Sanders, the former Cowboy and current Colorado Buffaloes head coach, has been adamant about his plan to stay in Boulder and at the collegiate level. He reinforced that plan Monday night through a statement via ESPN's Adam Schefter, although Sanders admitted he was humbled by Jerry Jones's interest.

Before the Cowboys can formally interview Deion Sanders, there are some extra steps they need to fulfill with Colorado and the NFL.

We examine three paths for each team seeking a new head coach, including possible landing spots for Gruden, Pete Carroll and Mike McCarthy.