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Jack Carlough

Jack Carlough

Joined: Mar 11, 2025

Jack Carlough graduated from the University of Colorado with a degree in journalism and minors in business and sports media. Born and raised in the Boulder area, Jack was the head sports editor of the CU Independent during his college career. More recently, he spent over three years as the managing editor of Colorado Buffaloes Wire, part of the USA Today Sports network. Other publications Jack has written for include the Boulder Daily Camera, Left Hand Valley Courier and SB Nation’s Ralphie Report.

Louisville quarterback Tyler Shough during Pro Day at the UofL Football's Trager Indoor Practice Facility Tuesday, March 25, 2025.
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Tyler Shough Selected Ahead Of Shedeur Sanders As NFL Draft Slide Continues

Widely considered below Colorado product Shedeur Sanders in quarterback prospect rankings, former Louisville starter Tyler Shough was selected by the New Orleans Saints in the second round of the 2025 NFL Draft. Shockingly, Sanders remains on the board.

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Apr 4, 2025; Boulder, CO, USA; Colorado Buffaloes quarterback Shedeur Sanders (2) talks to ESPN after the University of Colorado NFL Showcase at the CU Indoor Practice Facility. Mandatory Credit: Michael Ciaglo-Imagn Images
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Will Shedeur Sanders Find Home On Day 3? NFL Draft News, Rumors

The final day of the 2025 NFL Draft has arrived, and former Colorado Buffaloes quarterback Shedeur Sanders is still waiting to hear his name called after Travis Hunter went to the Jacksonville Jaguars. Stay here for the latest rumors, betting odds and pre

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Jacksonville Jaguars Head Coach Liam Coen, left, talks with the team’s first-round pick, Colorado Buffaloes wide receiver and defensive back Travis Hunter, right, Friday, March 25, 2025 at Miller Electric Center in Jacksonville, Fla. during a press conference. [Doug Engle/Florida Times-Union]
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Jacksonville Jaguars, Coach Liam Coen Reveal Plan For Travis Hunter's Two-Way Abilities

During an introductory press conference for first-round NFL Draft pick Travis Hunter, Jacksonville Jaguars coach Liam Coen and general manager James Gladstone revealed how they plan on utilizing the former Colorado Buffaloes star's two-way abilities.

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Jan 14, 2025; Dallas, Texas, USA; Colorado Buffaloes quarterback Shedeur Sanders watches the game between the Dallas Mavericks and the Denver Nuggets during the second quarter at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images
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Shedeur Sanders Reacts To Unexpected NFL Draft Slide: 'Fuel To The Fire'

After unexpectedly falling out of the first round with teams such as the New York Giants, Cleveland Browns and Pittsburgh Steelers passing, former Colorado Buffaloes quarterback Shedeur Sanders addressed friends and family at his NFL Draft party in Texas.

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Oct 19, 2024; Tucson, Arizona, USA; Colorado Buffalos quarterback Shedeur Sanders (2) against the Arizona Wildcats at Arizona Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images
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Shedeur Sanders' Shocking NFL Draft Slide Continues: Second Round Pick?

Shockingly, former Colorado Buffaloes quarterback Shedeur Sanders hasn't yet heard his name called in the NFL Draft. After the Pittsburgh Steelers passed, all signs point to the son of Colorado coach Deion Sanders being selected early in the second round.

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Apr 24, 2025; Green Bay, WI, USA; Colorado Buffaloes wide receiver Travis Hunter is selected by the Jacksonville Jaguars as the number two pick in the first round of the 2025 NFL Draft at Lambeau Field. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
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Jacksonville Jaguars Draft Travis Hunter: Hunter's Energetic Reaction To NFL Draft Trade

Former Colorado Buffaloes cornerback/wide receiver and Heisman Trophy winner Travis Hunter was selected by the Jacksonville Jaguars with the No. 2 overall pick of the 2025 NFL Draft. Hunter is striving to continue playing both ways in the NFL.

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Apr 24, 2025; Green Bay, WI, USA; Colorado Buffaloes wide receiver Travis Hunter on the red carpet before the 2025 NFL Draft at Lambeau Field. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
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Travis Hunter Arrives At NFL Draft Red Carpet Wearing Eye-Popping Pink Suit

Ahead of what should be a special night in Green Bay, former Colorado Buffaloes cornerback/wide receiver took part in the NFL Draft red carpet event inside Lambeau Field. The recent Heisman Trophy winner is a projected top-five pick in the 2025 NFL Draft.

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Oct 19, 2024; Tucson, Arizona, USA; Colorado Buffalos safety Shilo Sanders (21) against the Arizona Wildcats at Arizona Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images
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Colorado Buffaloes' Shilo Sanders Makes Late Pitch To NFL Teams Ahead Of Draft

In a late pitch to teams ahead of the NFL Draft, former Colorado Buffaloes safety Shilo Sanders pointed out that he and former teammate Cam'Ron Silmon-Craig produced a high number of turnovers during their careers in Boulder and at Jackson State.

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Apr 4, 2025; Boulder, CO, USA; Colorado Buffaloes quarterback Shedeur Sanders (2) talks to ESPN after the University of Colorado NFL Showcase at the CU Indoor Practice Facility. Mandatory Credit: Michael Ciaglo-Imagn Images
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Analyst Defends Shedeur Sanders After Anonymous Coach Slanders NFL Draft Prospect

Only days before the NFL Draft, an anonymous NFL assistant coach shared some questionable opinions on Colorado Buffaloes quarterback Shedeur Sanders. In response, an analyst called out the coach for slandering the projected first-round pick.

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Mar 1, 2025; Indianapolis, IN, USA; NFL Network reporter Sracey Dales (left) interviews Colorado quarterback Shadeur Sanders (QB13) and Colorado wideout Jimmy Horn (WO20) during the 2025 NFL Scouting Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
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NFL Draft Steal? Overlooked Colorado Receiver Jimmy Horn Jr. Picked As Draft Riser

Longtime NFL wide receiver Steve Smith Sr. shared some high words on former Colorado Buffaloes standout Jimmy Horn Jr. ahead of this week's NFL Draft. Overlooked by many, Horn could become a steal if he's selected in one of the later rounds of the draft.

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Apr 19, 2025; Boulder, CO, USA; Colorado Buffaloes wide receiver Terrell Timmons Jr. (82) during the spring game at Folsom Field. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-Imagn Images
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College Football Playoff Reveals Dates, TV Selections: Can Colorado Buffaloes Break Through?

The College Football Playoff announced post-first-round dates, times and TV selections for the 2025-26 season, the second under the new 12-team format. After flirting with the CFP last year, the Colorado Buffaloes have their sights on breaking through.

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Feb 27, 2025; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Colorado defensive back Travis Hunter (DB15) during the 2025 NFL Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tanner Pearson-Imagn Images
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Travis Hunter Leads Final NFL Draft Prospect Ranking, Shedeur Sanders Snubbed?

He may not be the first overall pick on Thursday, but former Colorado Buffaloes wide receiver/cornerback Travis Hunter is this year's best NFL Draft prospect according to one ranking. Meanwhile, fellow former Buff Shedeur Sanders landed questionably low.

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