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With the recent news of Deion Sanders and Nike reuniting, what better time to revisit the best Deion Sanders shoes of all time.
While Deion Sanders the baseball player and Deion Sanders the rapper should both get their due respect in Cooperstown and the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, today the megastar will be honored in Canton. Over his storied career, Prime Time proved to be one of the best and flashiest players ever to touch the pigskin. His speed and style stemmed from but didn’t stop at his feet. Today we pay tribute to Deion’s sneaker legacy. Read on to see the best Nikes for Neon. What are your favorite Deion Sanders shoes?
Nike Air Diamond Turf
Prime Time’s first signature is still considered by many to be his best. The Nike Air Diamond Turf lived up to its title, holding up on the gridiron and the grass. Deion laced up the first DT as a member of the Atlanta Falcons, Atlanta Braves, and later as a Baltimore Raven. This shoe has been retroed numerous times in a variety of colorways.
Nike Air Diamond Turf 2
The second installment of the signature series packed the same function as the first with a little more flash. A Super Bowl ring and Defensive Player of the Year accolades proved they could perform while daring colorways begged to be worn. After years of waiting, this model is finally returned.
Nike Air Diamond Turf Max 96
In Dallas, Deion went from two-sport star to two-way starter. His fast feet caught fire with the Nike Air Diamond Turf Max 96. The staple cushioning proved a good addition to the DT line and the flamed upper has stayed hot over many releases.
Nike Air Diamond Turf 5
The fifth and final Diamond Turf continued the trend of a midfoot strap while packing some new editions. Air Max cushioning was carried over from the previous model with help from 3M piping and a jelly outsole. These are yet to comeback.
Air Jordan 11 PE
The flashiest Jordan found its way onto the flashiest football player. Both black and white based Air Jordan 11 PE cleats were made for Deion. Prime Time sported these exclusives with the Washington Redskins and Cincinnati Reds. Jordan Brand also gave him an Air Jordan 13 PE during his last run with the Ravens.
