His nameplate had been placed above a locker in the clubhouse during Cincinnati's last homestand while he still was playing for triple-A Louisville. These days, baseball seems to be the heart's desire of arguably the best coverage cornerback in NFL history. After a four-year absence from the major leagues that included a failed comeback with the Reds last season, Sanders has worked his way back at age 33. He did so even though he signed a long-term, lucrative contract with the Washington Redskins last June. Baseball, however, remained an itch that Sanders never has fully scratched.
Every man loves a challenge.
Every woman loves a challenge. We thrive on it. It moves something inside of us and brings something inside of us out that is deep within. He sparred playfully with reporters before the game, parrying questions about his relationship with the Redskins. While I'm here, we're not going to address football.