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Buffaloes in the Pros

Jul 29, 2026; Berea, OH, USA; Cleveland Browns quarterback Shedeur Sanders (2) at CrossCountry Mortgage Campus. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-Imagn Images

These two former Colorado Buffaloes stars are seeking breakout seasons in their second year in the NFL.

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These two former Colorado Buffaloes stars are seeking breakout seasons in their second year in the NFL.

Buffaloes in the Pros

Oct 19, 2024; Tucson, Arizona, USA; Colorado Buffalos kicker Alejandro Mata (16) against the Arizona Wildcats at Arizona Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

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The Colorado Buffaloes may be seeing the return of several veteran players after a recent NCAA court ruling.

Deion Sanders takes in the second day of Cleveland Browns training camp, July 30, 2026, in Berea, Ohio.

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Colorado Buffaloes coach Deion Sanders was at Cleveland Browns training camp to see his son, Browns quarterback Shedeur Sanders.

Oct 4, 2025; Fort Worth, Texas, USA; Colorado Buffaloes head coach Deion Sanders on the sidelines during the first half against the TCU Horned Frogs at Amon G. Carter Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Raymond Carlin III-Imagn Images

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The Colorado Buffaloes’ most recent quarterback prospect is set to make his professional starting debut in the Canadian Football League.

Apr 11, 2026; Boulder, CO, USA; Colorado Buffaloes quarterback Julian Lewis (10) rushes with the ball during the spring game at Folsom Field. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images

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Colorado Buffaloes quarterback Julian Lewis made a recent rankings list alongside some of the best players in college football.

Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver Travis Hunter (12) walks off the field after the second day of minicamp at the Miller Electric Center, Wednesday, June 10, 2026, in Jacksonville. [Doug Engle/Florida Times-Union]

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The Cleveland Browns and Jacksonville Jaguars play in week one of the 2026 NFL season, meaning former Colorado Buffaloes stars: quarterback Shedeur Sanders and cornerback/wide receiver Travis Hunter are set to play one another.

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Colorado Buffaloes coach Deion Sanders and his coaching staff identified transfer portal prospects with NFL Draft potential, according to a recent ranking of prospects.

Feb 25, 2026; Denver, Colorado, USA; Boston Celtics guard Derrick White (9) talks with a referee during the second half against the Denver Nuggets at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Christopher Hanewinckel-Imagn Images

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Colorado Buffaloes men's basketball players spoke about the impact Derrick White has had on them since joining CU's staff.

Former Colorado standout running back Phillip Lindsay recognizes the fans before the start of the Rocky Mountain Showdown at Broncos Stadium in Denver on Friday Aug. 31, 2018. (Cris Tiller / Fort Collins Coloradoan)

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Former Colorado Buffaloes running back Phillip Lindsay gave his thoughts on the current state of his alma mater's football program.

Apr 28, 2026; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Boston Celtics head coach Joe Mazzulla talks with guard Derrick White (9) from the sideline as they take on the Philadelphia 76ers during game five of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-Imagn Images

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Colorado Buffaloes president of basketball strategy Derrick White threw out the ceremonial first pitch at the Colorado Rockies game over the Fourth of July weekend.

Nov 16, 2024; Boulder, Colorado, USA; Colorado Buffaloes wide receiver Travis Hunter (12) before the game against the Utah Utes at Folsom Field. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images

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Former Colorado Buffaloes cornerback and wide receiver Travis Hunter took time to inspire young athletes in Jacksonville, Florida.

Jun 11, 2026; Berea, OH, USA; Cleveland Browns quarterback Shedeur Sanders (2) during minicamp at CrossCountry Mortgage Campus.

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Cleveland Browns quarterback Shedeur Sanders has moved on to the NFL, but a recent interview showed the former Colorado Buffaloes star still bleeds black and gold.

Feb 24, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Boston Celtics guard Derrick White (9) against the Phoenix Suns at Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

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Former Colorado Buffaloes star guard Spencer Dinwiddie is thrilled by the hire of Derrick White as Colorado's president of basketball strategy.

Oct 19, 2024; Tucson, Arizona, USA; Colorado Buffalos safety Ben Finneseth (28) against the Arizona Wildcats at Arizona Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

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The Colorado Buffaloes have a safety in Ben Finneseth looking to complete the ultimate journey from walk-on to NFL prospect in 2026.

Apr 9, 2026; New York, New York, USA; Boston Celtics guard Derrick White (9) smiles as he warms up before the game against the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Lucas Boland-Imagn Images

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The Colorado Buffaloes have named former Buff and current Boston Celtics guard Derrick White president of basketball strategy.

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

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Colorado Buffaloes offensive lineman Larry Johnson III looks to build his NFL Draft stock with CU in 2026.

Jun 11, 2026; Berea, OH, USA; Cleveland Browns quarterback Shedeur Sanders (2) during minicamp at CrossCountry Mortgage Campus. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-Imagn Images

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The Colorado Buffaloes welcomed a familiar face to talk to the team: Cleveland Browns quarterback Shedeur Sanders.

Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver/cornerback Travis Hunter (12) walks off the field during the third day of minicamp at the Miller Electric Center, Thursday, June 11, 2026, in Jacksonville, Fla.

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Colorado Buffaloes coach Deion Sanders has an opinion on Jacksonville Jaguars star Travis Hunter playing two ways in the NFL.

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Colorado Buffaloes transfer safety Naeten Mitchell is poised for a breakout season as a prospect in the 2027 NFL Draft.

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 transfer cornerback Emory Floyd has hopes of becoming an NFL Draft prospect at CU.

Sep 27, 2025; Boulder, Colorado, USA; Colorado Buffaloes head coach Deion Sanders reacts before the game against the Brigham Young Cougars at Folsom Field. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images

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“Usually when I talk in front of people, it’s to my teammates,” Finneseth said. “It’s usually a serious conversation, so they were like, ‘Lighten up a little bit.’”

Jan 29, 2026; Ames, Iowa, USA; Colorado Buffaloes head coach Tad Boyle watches his team play the Iowa State Cyclones during the second half at James H. Hilton Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Reese Strickland-Imagn Images

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The Colorado Buffaloes men's basketball team has several talented players building underrated NBA Draft stocks.

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Former Colorado Buffaloes stars Shedeur Sanders and Travis Hunter finished as the NFL’s top two licensing earners last season, giving Deion Sanders some high-powered ammunition for the recruiting trail.

FSU linebackers coach Chris Marve at the FSU National Signing Day Party on Feb. 5, 2020.

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Chris Marve can help build Colorado Buffaloes transfer linebacker Liona Lefau into an NFL Draft prospect in 2026.

Aggie linebacker Tyler Martinez drops back as a pass defender as the NMSU Aggies took on the Louisiana Tech Bulldogs, Tuesday night at Aggie Memorial Stadium, October 15, 2024.

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Colorado Buffaloes transfer linebacker Tyler Martinez is looking to state his NFL Draft candidacy in a healthy 2026 season.