He stopped returning punts last season and Pro Bowl pick Champ Bailey, not Sanders, was considered by the coaching staff as the Redskins' top cornerback. Opposing teams went at Sanders, not Bailey, something that offenses never considered in Sanders's prime. You make decisions based on what you see. You bet on human beings, and he's a good one to bet on. He's one of the best athletes of our time, along with Michael Jordan and Bo Jackson.
Great athletes thrive on new challenges.
That is why Jordan tried his hand at minor league baseball and is contemplating another return to pro basketball at age 38. I had no doubt at all. I didn't come back just for the sake of saying I came back. I came back to get back here. . . . I intend to have a wonderful time this season.