James Carnes

Joined: Oct 4, 2025

James Carnes is a reporter for the Colorado Buffaloes On SI, part of the Sports Illustrated Network. He has written articles for FanSided, SB Nation and DNVR. He played football at Div. II CSU-Pueblo before transferring to the University of Colorado Boulder, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology and a Master's degree in Organizational Leadership. While at CU, he was also a keynote speaker and published an autobiography Little Man, Big God. He was featured in the Boulder Daily Camera, CU Independent, Denver Post and The Mountain-Ear. Outside of sports, James is a musician and the lead vocalist and frontman of Christian metalcore band Finding Neverland.

Dec 7, 2025; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Browns quarterback Shedeur Sanders (12) watches from the sidelines late in the fourth quarter against the Tennessee Titans at Huntington Bank Field. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-Imagn Images

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Mar 8, 2025; Boulder, Colorado, USA; Colorado Buffaloes athletic director Rick George claps during the first half against the TCU Horned Frogs at the CU Events Center. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images

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Nov 29, 2025; Manhattan, Kansas, USA; Colorado Buffaloes head coach Deion Sanders yells at his team during a timeout in the fourth quarter against the Kansas State Wildcats at Bill Snyder Family Football Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Scott Sewell-Imagn Images

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Feb 9, 2016; Denver, CO, USA; Denver Broncos general manager John Elway (left) talks with radio host Dave Logan during the Super Bowl 50 championship parade celebration at Civic Center Park. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-Imagn Images

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Former Colorado Buffaloes star and Cherry Creek high school coach Dave Logan goes for a record 13th Colorado state championship with Cherry Creek, while the Colorado Buffaloes should look to learn from his sustained success under Deion Sanders.

Brandon High cornerback Preston Ashley has been named to the Clarion Ledger 2025 Dandy Dozen.

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Colorado Buffaloes commit Preston Ashley, a longtime Coach Prime fan, brings 4-star talent, 200-plus high school tackles, and shutdown coverage to Boulder, giving Colorado a future defensive star built to battle Big 12 passing attacks.

Nov 22, 2025; Boulder, Colorado, USA; Colorado Buffaloes head coach Deion Sanders before the game against the Arizona State Sun Devils at Folsom Field.

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The Colorado Buffaloes closed 2025 with a 24-14 loss to the Kansas State Wildcats but showed surprising fight in the snow. We break down the biggest winners and losers, including running back Micah Welch, wide receiver Omarion Miller

Nov 22, 2025; Boulder, Colorado, USA; Colorado Buffaloes quarterback Julian Lewis (10) following his third quarter touchdown against the Arizona State Sun Devils at Folsom Field. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images

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The Colorado Buffaloes were handed a lopsided 42-17 defeat by the Arizona State Sun Devils on Senior Night. See who stood out for Colorado, who struggled, and what it means for Coach Deion Sanders and more as the Buffs look ahead to their final game

Nov 1, 2025; Boulder, Colorado, USA; Colorado Buffaloes offensive lineman Jordan Seaton (77) reacts to a penalty called during the second quarter against the Arizona Wildcats at Folsom Field. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images

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With All-Big 12 tackle Jordan Seaton listed as doubtful, the Colorado Buffaloes face the Arizona State Sun Devils likely missing their top protector. What does this mean for Julian Lewis, Deion Sanders, and the Buffs chances on Senior Day?

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One year ago, Julian Lewis stunned college football by committing to the Colorado Buffaloes. As he makes his first start at Folsom Field, Shedeur Sanders also heads to his first NFL start, as a historic shift is underway for the Buffaloes program

Sep 6, 2025; Boulder, Colorado, USA; Colorado Buffaloes head coach Deion Sanders during the second half against the Delaware Fightin Blue Hens at Folsom Field.

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Colorado Buffaloes coach Deion Sanders praised tight end Zach Atkins as a player with pro potential and expressed his desire to feature Atkins more in creative playcalling for this upcoming game against the Arizona State Sun Devils.

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There’s an unexpected NFL stat for former Colorado Buffaloes starting a regular-season game. Find out what makes Shedeur Sanders’ start against the Las Vegas Raiders so significant and why it could change the program’s future.

Dec 21, 2024; Boulder, Colorado, USA; Colorado Buffaloes fan Peggy Coppom during the second half against the Bellarmine Knights at CU Events Center. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images

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Colorado Buffaloes coach Deion Sanders and Buffs Nation are celebrating Peggy Coppom’s 101st birthday on Wednesday. Here’s why Colorado’s beloved superfan has inspired the Buffaloes community.

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Colorado Buffaloes freshman quarterback Julian Lewis delivered a solid debut last week, but it's his work ethic and passion that is giving Buffaloes fans some new reasons to believe in a possible program turnaround.

Nov 9, 2025; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; Cleveland Browns quarterback Shedeur Sanders (12) signs his jersey on the field after the game against the New York Jets at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images

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In the middle of a tough rookie NFL season, Cleveland Browns quarterback Shedeur Sanders gifted a signed jersey to a 7-year-old fan, further solidifying his status as the most popular name among fans in Cleveland, like he did with the Colorado Buffaloes

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Former Colorado Buffaloes football star and Olympian Jeremy Bloom is quickly becoming the most requested and talked-about name in Colorado's search for their next athletic director. His diverse business and sports leadership background positions him as an

James Carnes

Joined: Oct 4, 2025

How Shedeur Sanders' Time in Colorado Prepared Him for Extreme Cold in Chicago

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Why Brennan Marion's Background Should Excite Colorado Buffaloes Fans

Deion Sanders Surprises in Pregame Interaction with Son Shedeur Sanders

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What Deion Sanders Can Learn From Colorado High School Coaching Legend Dave Logan

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Preston Ashley's Heartwarming Video Proves Deion Sanders' Recruiting Influence

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Biggest Winners and Losers from Colorado’s Loss to Kansas State

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Biggest Winners and Losers from Colorado’s Senior Night Loss to Arizona State

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Jordan Seaton's Injury Leaves Colorado Searching for Answers Against Arizona State

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Analyzing Julian Lewis’ Impact on Colorado One Year After His Commitment

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Deion Sanders Wants This Colorado Player To Be More Involved

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Shedeur Sanders’ Browns Start Is Changing Colorado NFL History

Colorado’s Oldest Fan Celebrates 101st Birthday

Three Reasons Why Colorado Fans Should Be Excited About Julian Lewis

Shedeur Sanders' Latest Act of Kindness Resembles His Colorado Days

Former Colorado Football Star Emerges As Compelling Candidate for Athletic Director Job