Atlanta rapper T.I. had a special gift from former NFL star and current Colorado Buffaloes head coach Deion Sanders. He took to X (formerly known as Twitter) to share his gratefulness as Sanders sent T.I. a pair of his newly released Nike Air DT Max ’96 “Falcons” sneakers.
Deion Sanders Gifts Signature Shoes to Rapper T.I.
The gift holds significance for Cllifford Joseph Harris Jr., also known as T.I. or Tip, as it pays homage to Atlanta, a city that has played a central role in both Sanders’ and T.I.’s legacies.
The shoes arrived in an exclusive Coach Prime box, and T.I., who recently announced his final performance, seemed thrilled with the gift, sharing a video of the unboxing and describing the shoes as “HARD.” He wrote a heartfelt message to thank Prime for his gesture:
“Luv to the good folks ova at @Nike and @AtlantaFalcons for sending ova these Air Max early… these are HARD @DeionSanders #PRIME.”
Luv to the good folks ova at @Nike and @AtlantaFalcons for sending ova these 🔥🔥 Air Max early… these are HARD @DeionSanders 🫡👑 #PRIME pic.twitter.com/4n97Lx0Tsg
— T.I. (@Tip) November 15, 2024
The “Falcons” sneakers were released on Nov. 15, 2024, and have already generated buzz for their cultural and nostalgic nod to Sanders’ time in Atlanta, even though he didn’t wear this model while playing with the Atlanta Falcons. The “Falcons” colorway has become more than just a shoe for fans and collectors as it represents Atlanta’s rich sports and cultural history.
Sanders’ Signature ‘Falcons’ Pay Homage to His Early Career
Nike’s latest release of the Air DT Max ’96 “Falcons” brings Sanders’ legacy back to life, honoring Atlanta as the city where he became an icon. The shoe’s striking black, dark grey, red, and white colorway celebrates Sanders’ impact on Atlanta and represents the city’s dynamic sports culture. These colors subtly tribute teams like the Falcons, Braves, and Hawks, connecting Sanders’ athletic journey to Atlanta’s rich heritage.
Deion Sanders Nike Air DT Max ‘96 #Falcons available tomorrow at our South Miami location, online & on the Solefly App $170 USD pic.twitter.com/e756mItpPG
— Sole Fly (@SOLEFLY) November 14, 2024
It is also characteristic of Sanders, who believes in storytelling, which is also a vital part of his collaborations. This “Falcons” edition provides a view of his personal and professional ties to Atlanta. While his earlier models used gold to symbolize his childhood dreams in Florida, this design focuses on the strength and pride he found in Atlanta that embraced and elevated him early in his career.
With a $170 retail price, the revamped Air DT Max ’96 “Falcons” retain the original design’s durable leather, adjustable strap, and responsive cushioning, making it both a style statement and a piece of history for fans and collectors who love Coach Prime, Deion Sanders.