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Nov 1, 2025; Boulder, Colorado, USA; Colorado Buffaloes head coach Deion Sanders before the game against the Arizona Wildcats at Folsom Field. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images

Colorado Buffaloes offensive coordinator Brennan Marion revisited his humble beginnings by reposting a feature from his first head coaching job. Now in Boulder, Marion brings experience, innovation, and new belief to Deion Sanders’ offense entering 2026.

Nov 1, 2025; Boulder, Colorado, USA; Colorado Buffaloes head coach Deion Sanders before the game against the Arizona Wildcats at Folsom Field. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images

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Colorado Buffaloes offensive coordinator Brennan Marion revisited his humble beginnings by reposting a feature from his first head coaching job. Now in Boulder, Marion brings experience, innovation, and new belief to Deion Sanders’ offense entering 2026.

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Colorado football coach Deion Sanders looks on against Texas Tech in a Big 12 football game Saturday, Nov. 9, 2024, at Jones AT&T Stadium.

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The Colorado Buffaloes landed former Charlotte 49ers defensive lineman Yamil Talib in the transfer portal this offseason. Talib is ready to go in Boulder, with his sights set on a Big 12 championship.

Sep 20, 2025; Boulder, Colorado, USA; Colorado Buffaloes head coach Deion Sanders before the game against the Wyoming Cowboys at Folsom Field. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images

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Coveted class of 2027 safety Gabriel Jenkins announced he has locked in an official visit to Boulder to check out the Colorado Buffaloes.

Nov 8, 2025; Morgantown, West Virginia, USA; Colorado Buffaloes head coach Deion Sanders walks along the sidelines late in the fourth quarter against the West Virginia Mountaineers at Milan Puskar Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ben Queen-Imagn Images

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As one of college football’s top 10 highest-paid coaches, Coach Deion Sanders faces intense pressure to deliver wins for the Colorado Buffaloes.

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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The Colorado Buffaloes continue to build their secondary, landing a commitment from cornerback Donavon Stephens. With spring camp approaching, his arrival adds depth and competition to a revamped cornerback room.

Refugio's Ernest Campbell gestures after his first-place finish in the 400-meter relay during the Class 2A UIL State track and field meet, Friday, May 3, 2024, at Mike A. Myers Stadium in Austin.

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Colorado Buffaloes wide receiver Ernest Campbell ran at the "Colorado Last Chance" track and field meet. The incoming Buffaloes transfer blew away the rest of the field in front of Colorado football coach Deion Sanders and some of his teammates.

Oct 11, 2025; Boulder, Colorado, USA; Colorado Buffaloes head coach Deion Sanders before the game against the Iowa State Cyclones at Folsom Field. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images

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Heading into the spring, the Colorado Buffaloes' roster looks very different. Colorado coach Deion Sanders must find out what the strengths and weaknesses are heading into fall camp, so here is every position group graded heading into the spring practices

Browns quarterback Shedeur Sanders shakes hands with Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers after a game won by the Browns, Dec. 28, 2025, in Cleveland.

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Former Colorado Buffaloes quarterback Shedeur Sanders’ place on ESPN’s top 100 quarterbacks of the 2000s highlights both his talent and the program’s ongoing effort to build a winning legacy.

Sep 27, 2025; Boulder, Colorado, USA; Colorado Buffaloes quarterback Ryan Staub (16) before the game against the Brigham Young Cougars at Folsom Field. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images

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After leaving Colorado, quarterback Ryan Staub now has a real opportunity to compete for the starting job with the Tennessee Volunteers. This will be a test of whether the growth he showed under coach Deion Sanders can translate to the SEC.

Nov 8, 2025; Morgantown, West Virginia, USA; Colorado Buffaloes quarterback Julian Lewis (10) warms up prior to their game against the West Virginia Mountaineers at Milan Puskar Stadium.

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Before becoming the Colorado Buffaloes' offensive coordinator, Brennan Marion was a wide receiver for the Tulsa Golden Hurricanes. His stats as a player could be exciting for Colorado fans.

Oct 11, 2025; Boulder, Colorado, USA; Colorado Buffaloes head coach Deion Sanders before the game against the Iowa State Cyclones at Folsom Field. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images

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Colorado Buffaloes coach Deion Sanders delivered a powerful message in Episode 2 of the Buffs “Elevate Together” YouTube series, making it clear that 2026 will be defined by one expectation inside the program: winning.

Aug 29, 2025; Boulder, Colorado, USA; Colorado Buffaloes head coach Deion Sanders during the first quarter against the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets at Folsom Field. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images

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The Colorado Buffaloes women's basketball team is on the 2026 NCAA Tournament bubble heading into Saturday's showdown against the Texas Tech Lady Raiders. Colorado football coach Deion Sanders and his team will be cheering from the stands.

Oct 25, 2025; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; Colorado Buffaloes head coach Deion Sanders coaches before the game against the Utah Utes at Rice-Eccles Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Rob Gray-Imagn Images

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Colorado Buffaloes coach Deion Sanders has a clear desire for the mentality of his corners and for 2026 he has brought in players that fit that mold.

Apr 19, 2025; Boulder, CO, USA; Colorado Buffaloes head coach Deion Sanders before the spring game at Folsom Field. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-Imagn Images

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Attempting to spice things up, coach Deion Sanders and the Colorado Buffaloes held a draft to determine teams for spring practices.

Sep 12, 2025; Houston, Texas, USA; Colorado Buffaloes head coach Deion Sanders looks on from the sideline during the first half against the Houston Cougars at TDECU Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

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Coach Deion Sanders faces high stakes as the Colorado Buffaloes prepare for next season. If Iowa State’s Cyclones under Jimmy Rogers and Oklahoma State’s Cowboys led by Eric Morris hit the ground running, the pressure on Sanders will only grow.

Sep 12, 2025; Houston, Texas, USA; Colorado Buffaloes head coach Deion Sanders looks on from the sideline during the first half against the Houston Cougars at TDECU Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

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Heading into the spring game, the Colorado Buffaloes have a few areas needing improvement which coach Deion Sanders will keep an eye on.

Oct 11, 2025; Boulder, Colorado, USA; Colorado Buffaloes head coach Deion Sanders before the game against the Iowa State Cyclones at Folsom Field. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images

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Quency Wiggins, the lone returning player on the Colorado Buffaloes' defensive line, was tabbed as someone who could be entering a breakout season in 2026.

Jul 9, 2025; Frisco, TX, USA; Colorado quarterback Julian Lewis speaks with the media during 2025 Big 12 Football Media Days at The Star. Mandatory Credit: Raymond Carlin III-Imagn Images

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New Colorado Buffaloes offensive coordinator Brennan Marion shared his thoughts on the work ethic displayed by his quarterbacks, including Julian Lewis and Isaac Wilson.

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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The Colorado Buffaloes were active in the transfer portal, adding 43 players, but offensive lineman Demetrius Hunter could be the most underrated addition.

Feb 14, 2026; Provo, Utah, USA; Colorado Buffaloes head coach Tad Boyle as seen during the first half against the BYU Cougars at the Marriott Center.

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After a week to stew on a gutwrenching near-upset of BYU, Colorado Buffaloes men's basketball returns home to face the Oklahoma State Cowboys.

Aug 29, 2025; Boulder, Colorado, USA; Colorado Buffaloes quarterback Julian Lewis (10) warms up in the second quarter against the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets at Folsom Field.

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One transfer portal wide receiver in particular is expected to give Colorado Buffaloes quarterback Julian Lewis a reliable deep threat.

Palm Beach Christian ballcarrier Ryan Ferdinand is surrounded by Satellite defender during a three-team spring football jamboree Thursday, May 16, 2024 in Melbourne. Craig Bailey/FLORIDA TODAY via USA TODAY NETWORK

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Soon after receiving an offer from the Colorado Buffaloes, class of 2027 wide receiver Ryan Ferdinand announced plans to take an official recruiting visit to Boulder this summer.

Dec 21, 2025; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Legendary football and baseball player and father of Cleveland Browns quarterback Shedeur Sanders, Deion Sanders on the sidelines prior to a game against the Buffalo Bills at Huntington Bank Field.

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Colorado Buffaloes assistant strength and conditioning coach Morgan Cote has been invited to the 2026 NFL Women’s Forum at the NFL Combine, a prestigious event connecting top women in college football with NFL coaches, owners and executives.

Nov 1, 2025; San Jose, California, USA; San Jose State Spartans wide receiver Danny Scudero (10) runs in for the touchdown after the catch against the Hawaii Rainbow Wahine during the third quarter at CEFCU Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Neville E. Guard-Imagn Images

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San Jose State transfer wide receiver Danny Scudero shared his journey from an overlooked high school prospect to recently signing with the Colorado Buffaloes.

Apr 19, 2025; Boulder, CO, USA; Colorado Buffaloes head coach Deion Sanders during the spring game at Folsom Field.

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The University of Colorado has announced when the Buffaloes' fourth spring game under coach Deion Sanders will take place.