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Buffaloes in the Pros

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

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

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

Buffaloes in the Pros

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.

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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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.

Shedeur Sanders answers media questions at the end of the Browns mini camp in Berea on April 21, 2026.

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The effect of the Colorado Buffaloes football program under coach Deion Sanders is still showing at the next level.

Dec 14, 2024; New York, NY, USA; Colorado Buffaloes wide receiver/cornerback Travis Hunter with head coach Deion Sanders after winning the 2024 Heisman Trophy. Mandatory Credit: Todd Van Emst/Heisman Trust via Imagn Images

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After winning the Heisman Trophy in 2024, former Colorado Buffaloes wide receiver and cornerback Travis Hunter was recognized as having one of the best moments in Colorado sports history.

Dec 28, 2024; Tucson, AZ, USA; Miami (OH) RedHawks wide receiver Kam Perry (10) against the Colorado State Rams during the Snoop Dogg Arizona Bowl at Arizona Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

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Colorado Buffaloes wide receiver Kam Perry aims to make a successful adjustment to the Big 12 and climb NFL Draft boards in 2026.

Sep 28, 2025; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Baltimore Ravens wide receiver Lajohntay Wester (83) leaves the field after a game against the Kansas City Chiefs at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jay Biggerstaff-Imagn Images

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Former Colorado Buffaloes wide receiver LaJohntay Wester took to social media to thank Shedeur Sanders and Travis Hunter, confirming reports that the former Buffs stars used their own earnings to help fund teammates’ NIL deals.

Jul 14, 2025; Atlanta, GA, USA; Vanderbilt Commodores safety Randon Fontenette answers media day questions during SEC Media Day at Omni Atlanta Hotel. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Godfree-Imagn Images

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Colorado safety Randon Fontenette is looking to put together a good first season in Boulder and climb NFL Draft boards.

Dec 28, 2024; Tucson, AZ, USA; Colorado State Rams running back Damian Henderson II (34) against the Miami (OH) RedHawks during the Snoop Dogg Arizona Bowl at Arizona Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

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The Colorado Buffaloes' backfield is crowded, but Damian Henderson II stands out and looks to use his unique skill set to become an NFL prospect.

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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Colorado Buffaloes star receiver Danny Scudero is looking to put together a strong draft stock in 2026.

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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Coach Deion Sanders is raving about New Mexico State transfer safety Naeten Mitchell, who could establish himself as a future pro in Boulder.

Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver Travis Hunter (12) runs on the field before the game against the Seattle Seahawks at EverBank Stadium.

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Now that the NFL has released its full 2026 schedule, there will be contests that should get fans of the Colorado Buffaloes glued.

Colorado Buffalos safety Shilo Sanders (21) against the Arizona Wildcats at Arizona Stadium.

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One incoming Colorado safety earned rave reviews from Buffaloes coach Deion Sanders.

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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Colorado Buffaloes head coach Deion Sanders revealed formerly undisclosed feelings he had about Shedeur Sanders's NFL Draft slide.

Oct 28, 2023; Pasadena, California, USA; Colorado Buffaloes head coach Deion Sanders reacts against the UCLA Bruins in the first half at Rose Bowl. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

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Colorado Buffaloes coach Deion Sanders is thrilled about who is coaching his son in the NFL this season.

Nov 9, 2024; Lubbock, Texas, USA; Colorado Buffalos head coach Deion Sanders in the first half during the game against the Texas Tech Red Raiders at Jones AT&T Stadium and Cody Campbell Field. Mandatory Credit: Michael C. Johnson-Imagn Images

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The Colorado Buffaloes' 2024 defense currently has seven of its 11 starters on NFL rosters.

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Cleveland Browns quarterback Shedeur Sanders shot down questions from the media about his dad, Colorado Buffaloes coach Deion Sanders.

Nov 23, 2024; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Colorado head coach Deion Sanders paces the field during the 2nd quarter between the Kansas Jayhawks and the Colorado Buffaloes at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium.

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Former Colorado Buffaloes special teamer Tristan Marois is headed North to play for the Calgary Stampeders of the CFL.