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Nov 23, 2024; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Colorado head coach Deion Sanders watches his players warmup prior to the game between the Kansas Jayhawks and the Colorado Buffaloes at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Nick Tre. Smith-Imagn Images

How to Watch Colorado Buffaloes Spring Game: TV Channel, Preview

The Colorado Buffaloes will hold their 2025 spring game on Saturday, April 19, at 2:30 p.m. MT. The game will be held at Folsom Field in Boulder, Colorado. The TV Broadcast will be on ESPN2. It will be the first chance for fans to watch the 2025 roster.

Nov 23, 2024; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Colorado head coach Deion Sanders watches his players warmup prior to the game between the Kansas Jayhawks and the Colorado Buffaloes at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Nick Tre. Smith-Imagn Images

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How to Watch Colorado Buffaloes Spring Game: TV Channel, Preview

The Colorado Buffaloes will hold their 2025 spring game on Saturday, April 19, at 2:30 p.m. MT. The game will be held at Folsom Field in Boulder, Colorado. The TV Broadcast will be on ESPN2. It will be the first chance for fans to watch the 2025 roster.

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Oct 19, 2024; Tucson, Arizona, USA; Colorado Buffalos head coach Deion Sanders against the Arizona Wildcats at Arizona Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

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Deion Sanders Exposes Virginia For Tampering With Colorado Buffaloes Player Not In Transfer Portal

Coach Deion Sanders called out the Virginia Cavaliers for tampering with Colorado Buffaloes safety Carter Stoutmire outside of the college football transfer portal. Stoutmire remains with the Buffs and even expressed his loyalty to "Coach Prime."

Oct 19, 2024; Tucson, Arizona, USA; Colorado Buffalos head coach Deion Sanders against the Arizona Wildcats at Arizona Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

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Deion Sanders Ends Speculation With New Colorado Buffaloes Contract: 'I Love It Here'

After two years of conjecture that Colorado Buffaloes coach Deion Sanders would be leaving Boulder, will his new contract extension finally end the speculation? Sanders spoke about his new deal with the media on Thursday.

Apr 4, 2025; Boulder, CO, USA; Colorado Buffaloes head coach Deion Sanders speaks to the media at the University of Colorado NFL Showcase at the CU Indoor Practice Facility. Mandatory Credit: Michael Ciaglo-Imagn Images

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Deion Sanders Shares Latest Insight On Battling Colorado Quarterbacks Julian Lewis, Kaidon Salter

Julian Lewis, Liberty transfer Kaidon Salter and Ryan Staub have all impressed coach Deion Sanders as they compete for the Colorado Buffaloes' starting quarterback job. "Coach Prime" shared his latest thoughts on the battle ahead of the spring game.

Nov 23, 2024; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Colorado head coach Deion Sanders watches his players warmup prior to the game between the Kansas Jayhawks and the Colorado Buffaloes at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium.

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Deion Sanders On Folsom Field's Change To Turf: 'We Plan On Making The Playoffs'

Colorado Buffaloes coach Deion Sanders fully supports Folsom Field's change of playing surface from natural grass to artificial turf for next season. He says the change is partly for the program's College Football Playoff aspirations.

Nov 29, 2024; Boulder, Colorado, USA; Colorado Buffaloes head coach Deion Sanders before the game against the Oklahoma State Cowboys at Folsom Field. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images

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Deion Sanders Addresses Shedeur, Travis Hunter's Colorado Buffaloes Jersey Retirement Backlash

Ahead of Saturday's spring football game, Colorado Buffaloes coach Deion Sanders addressed the controversy surrounding Shedeur Sanders and Travis Hunter's jersey numbers being retired. Both are projected early first-round NFL Draft picks.

Dec 28, 2024; San Antonio, TX, USA; Colorado Buffaloes head coach Deion Sanders walks on the field during the game against the Brigham Young Cougars at Alamodome. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

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Deion Sanders' Colorado Buffaloes Hosting 5-Star Recruit Felix Ojo

The Colorado Buffaloes will host five-star offensive tackle Felix Ojo for an official visit in May. Ojo is the top recruit in Texas and a top-five offensive tackle from the class of 2026. Colorado coach Deion Sanders will have to hold an impressive visit

Nov 10, 2024; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; New Orleans Saints running back Alvin Kamara (41) rushes against the Atlanta Falcons during the first half at Caesars Superdome. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images

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New Orleans Saints' Alvin Kamara Gives Tips To Colorado Buffaloes Backfield

Colorado Buffaloes coach Deion Sanders hosted New Orleans Saints running back Alvin Kamara in Boulder, where the five-time Pro Bowler gave on-field advice to a young running back room led by coach Marshall Faulk. Kamara’s visit comes as competition heats

Oct 19, 2024; Tucson, Arizona, USA; Colorado Buffalos quarterback Shedeur Sanders (2) with wide receiver Travis Hunter (12) against the Arizona Wildcats at Arizona Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

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Shedeur Sanders, Travis Hunter Jersey Retirement Causes Controversy

The Colorado Buffaloes will retire the jersey numbers of quarterback Shedeur Sanders and two-way star Travis Hunter during Saturday’s annual Black and Gold Spring Game: So what's the problem?

Nov 16, 2024; Boulder, Colorado, USA; Colorado Buffaloes head coach Deion Sanders reacts in the first quarter against the Utah Utes at Folsom Field. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images

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Deion Sanders Ends Rough Colorado Buffaloes Spring Football Practice Early

Unsatisfied with his team's effort level, Colorado Buffaloes coach Deion Sanders made the decision to end a spring football practice early. "Coach Prime" described it as the worst practice he has witnessed during his two-plus years leading the Buffs.

Oct 19, 2024; Tucson, Arizona, USA; Colorado Buffalos quarterback Shedeur Sanders (2) with wide receiver Travis Hunter (12) against the Arizona Wildcats at Arizona Stadium.

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Shedeur Sanders', Travis Hunter's Jerseys To Be Retired At Colorado Buffaloes Spring Game

Colorado Buffaloes quarterback Shedeur Sanders and wide receiver/cornerback Travis Hunter will have their respective jersey numbers of No. 2 and No. 12 retired. The ceremony will take place at Colorado's spring game this Saturday.

Tennessee quarterback Nico Iamaleava (8) exits the field after the game at FirstBank Stadium in Nashville, Tenn., Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024.

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Deion Sanders Gives Concrete Answer On Nico Iamaleava, Colorado Buffaloes Transfer Portal

Tennessee Volunteers quarterback Nico Iamaleava will enter the NCAA Transfer Portal when it opens on April 16. Colorado Buffaloes coach Deion Sanders provided a concrete answer on whether the team will pursue Iamaleava through the portal.

The Party Animals surround Heisman trophy winner Travis Hunter after he tossed out the first pitch during the Savannah Bananas game on Friday, April 11, 2025 at Historic Grayson Stadium.

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Colorado Buffaloes' Travis Hunter Turns Heads With Savannah Bananas, Throws First Pitch

The Colorado Buffaloes former two-way star Travis Hunter turned heads this week when he stole the show at a Savannah Bananas game, throwing out the first pitch and leading a dance routine set to Colorado coach Deion Sanders' theme music.

Oct 19, 2024; Tucson, Arizona, USA; Colorado Buffalos quarterback Shedeur Sanders (2) greets fans after defeating the Arizona Wildcats at Arizona Stadium.

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Shedeur Sanders, New Orleans Saints NFL Draft Speculation Rampant After Derek Carr Injury

A serious shoulder injury to quarterback Derek Carr has the New Orleans Saints in limbo. The franchise is now the odds-on favorite to land Colorado Buffaloes quarterback Shedeur Sanders. The Saints hold the No. 9 overall pick in the NFL Draft.

Nov 30, 2024; Nashville, Tennessee, USA; Tennessee Volunteers quarterback Nico Iamaleava (8) walks off the field after the win against the Vanderbilt Commodores during the second half at FirstBank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Steve Roberts-Imagn Images

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Nico Iamaleava To Transfer To Deion Sanders' Colorado Buffaloes? Why It Doesn't Make Sense

Months after helping Tennessee to the College Football Playoff, quarterback Nico Iamaleava is reportedly entering the transfer portal. With NIL money seemingly being a factor, coach Deion Sanders and the Colorado Buffaloes likely won't pursue.

Apr 27, 2024; Boulder, CO, USA; Colorado Buffaloes head coach Deion Sanders during a spring game event at Folsom Field. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images

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Colorado Buffaloes Spring Football Game Tickets Selling Slower Than Past Two Years

Compared to the first two years of the coach Deion Sanders era, Colorado Buffaloes spring football game tickets are reportedly selling at a slower pace. Quarterbacks Julian Lewis and Kaidon Salter will play at Folsom Field for the first time next week.

Memphis' Xavier Hill (71) celebrates after the team scored a touchdown during the game between Southern Methodist University and University of Memphis at Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium in Memphis, Tenn., on Saturday, November 18, 2023.

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Deion Sanders, Colorado Buffaloes Hosting Transfer Portal Offensive Lineman On Visit

Former Memphis Tigers offensive lineman Xavier Hill is visiting with the Colorado Buffaloes this weekend. Hill was a two-time first-team all-conference selection with Memphis and started his career with the LSU Tigers.

Apr 4, 2025; Boulder, CO, USA; Colorado Buffaloes head coach Deion Sanders speaks to the media at the University of Colorado NFL Showcase at the CU Indoor Practice Facility. Mandatory Credit: Michael Ciaglo-Imagn Images

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Do Colorado Buffaloes, Deion Sanders Need A Transfer Running Back After Losing Isaiah Augustave?

Running back has suddenly become a position of need for coach Deion Sanders and the Colorado Buffaloes with Isaiah Augustave no longer on the team. The spring college football transfer portal window opens next week, and "Coach Prime" should be active.

Dec 28, 2024; San Antonio, TX, USA; Colorado Buffaloes head coach Deion Sanders and quarterback Shedeur Sanders (2) talk with the media after the game against the Brigham Young Cougars at Alamodome. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

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Deion Sanders Boosting Colorado Buffaloes' Shedeur Sanders' Draft Stock?

Colorado Buffaloes quarterback Shedeur Sanders is no stranger to facing criticism. Quarterback coach Quincy Avery said if Sanders wasn't Deion Sanders's son and his last name was "Williams" instead, he would be a sixth round pick in the 2025 NFL Draft.

Jan 11, 2025; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin looks in the third quarter against the Baltimore Ravens in an AFC wild card game at M&T Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tommy Gilligan-Imagn Images

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Shedeur Sanders Compares Deion Sanders To Pittsburgh Steelers' Mike Tomlin: NFL Draft Meetings

Colorado Buffaloes quarterback Shedeur Sanders had a top-30 visit with the Pittsburgh Steelers. After the visit, Sanders compared Steelers' coach Mike Tomlin to Colorado coach Deion Sanders, saying they have the same principles.

Apr 4, 2025; Boulder, CO, USA; Colorado Buffaloes head coach Deion Sanders watches as his players go through drills at the University of Colorado NFL Showcase at the CU Indoor Practice Facility. Mandatory Credit: Michael Ciaglo-Imagn Images

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Deion Sanders Turns Colorado Buffaloes Pro Day, Spring Game Into Media Spectacles

The Colorado Buffaloes and head coach Deion Sanders turned pro day into a full-blown spectacle with NFL scouts, cameras, and cinematic flair. With the spring game coming up, Sanders may have just revealed his bold blueprint for college football.

Oct 19, 2024; Tucson, Arizona, USA; Colorado Buffalos safety Savion Riley (9) against the Arizona Wildcats at Arizona Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

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Colorado Buffaloes Missing Four Players On Spring Roster: Transfer Portal, Injury?

As the Colorado Buffaloes hold their spring practices, there are a couple of names that are not on the roster. Defensive end Keaten Wade is reportedly injured. Safety Savion Riley and tight end Sam Hart are also not on the roster. Running back Isaiah Augu

Nov 16, 2024; Boulder, Colorado, USA; Colorado Buffaloes offensive tackle Jordan Seaton (77) looks on before the game against the Utah Utes at Folsom Field. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images

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Deion Sanders' Roster Boasts Gigantic Players In Trenches: Colorado Buffaloes Spring Football

Led by incoming freshmen offensive linemen Chauncey Gooden and Jay Gardenhire, the Colorado Buffaloes' spring football roster features the most 300-plus-pound players in the coach Deion Sanders era. Colorado should be improved in the trenches.

Oct 19, 2024; Tucson, Arizona, USA; Colorado Buffalos head coach Deion Sanders against the Arizona Wildcats at Arizona Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

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Deion Sanders' Former Assistant Takes Job With Colorado Buffaloes Opponent

The Wyoming Cowboys announced their hiring of former Colorado Buffaloes running backs Gary "Flea" Harrell on Tuesday. Harrell had worked under Colorado football coach Deion Sanders since their time at Jackson State, but the Buffs are moving forward with M

Oct 19, 2024; Tucson, Arizona, USA; Colorado Buffalos head coach Deion Sanders (right) with wide receivers coach Jason Phillips against the Arizona Wildcats at Arizona Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

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Deion Sanders, Colorado Buffaloes Transfer Portal: Looking To Add Wide Receivers?

Colorado Buffaloes wide receivers coach Jason Phillips spoke after spring practice on Tuesday about the state of the Buffaloes receivers room. He also revealed what Deion Sanders and the rest of the coaching staff look for in a player.