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Deion Sanders Speaks Candidly About Adapting to NIL Era

Colorado Buffaloes coach Deion Sanders is entering his fourth regular season coaching in Boulder, Colorado, and he has ridden a wave of constant change throughout college football.

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Deion Sanders’ Latest Colorado Promise Turns Heads

Deion Sanders continues to steer the University of Colorado football program as it heads into its fourth season under his leadership. Since taking over in 2023, the longtime coach has brought significant attention to the Buffaloes, though on-field results have followed an uneven path.

College Football News / The Spun / July 8

Deion Sanders Makes Bold Promise Before 2026 Season

Deion Sanders has been at the University of Colorado, leading the school's football program, since the 2023 season. Colorado showed promise in Year 1, ultimately finishing 4-8.

Colorado Buffaloes News / Colorado Buffaloes on SI / July 8

Deion Sanders Admits Big Mistake Made at Colorado Last Season

Colorado coach Deion Sanders isn’t known for second-guessing himself publicly, which made his latest comments at the 2026 Big 12 Media Days stand out. As the Colorado Buffaloes prepare for a pivotal 2026 season, the head coach acknowledged a key misstep that helped derail last fall.

Colorado Buffaloes News / Colorado Buffaloes on SI / July 8

Colorado Safety Ben Finneseth Pulls Back the Curtain on Deion Sanders's Work Ethic

The Colorado Buffaloes’ 2025 season was the worst of the Coach Prime era, as Deion Sanders’s squad finished 3-9. Fans were understandably outraged about falling to such lows just a year removed from making a bowl game and finishing 9-4 in 2024.

Deion Sanders News / Colorado Buffaloes on SI / July 8

Deion Sanders' Biggest Recruiting Flex May Not Be Colorado's Ranking

The Colorado Buffaloes find themselves creating more noise on the recruiting trail in the summer than previous years. Colorado sat with a No. 78 ranking per On3/Rivals before the calendar flipped to May.

Colorado Buffaloes News / Yardbarker / July 7

Deion Sanders is patient in NIL era, expects Colorado to win

Deion Sanders is patient in the NIL era but he's expecting Colorado to win in 2026

Deion Sanders was on the cutting edge of the NIL and transfer portal era when he was hired by the Colorado Buffaloes back in 2023. Even so, Sanders recently admitted at Big 12 Media Days that his patience has been tested as a head coach.

Sanders reveals why he is not in the new 'NCAA Football' video game

Joey McGuire had plenty of support from peers during Brendan Sorsby saga

Former Florida HC Billy Napier pinpoints what went wrong with Gators

Jon Sumrall, Florida upset SEC competition for four-star CB

Big 12 commissioner eying another round of CFP expansion

Colorado Buffaloes News / Colorado Buffaloes on SI / July 7

Dewey Young's Commitment Fuels Buffaloes Staff Recruiting Ranking Rise

The Colorado Buffaloes landed the commitment of four-star offensive lineman Dewey Young on Monday, per Rivals, and it has been enormous for their 2027 class.

College Football News / Larry Brown Sports / July 7

Deion Sanders reveals why he is not in the new NCAA Football video game

EA Sports’ new edition of its college football video game is set to drop this week, but you will not see Deion Sanders in it. Sanders is one of the real coaches whose virtual likeness will not appear in College Football 27.

Colorado Buffaloes News / Colorado Buffaloes on SI / July 7

Colorado Big 12 Preseason All-Conference Snub Raises Questions

The motivation continues to pile up for Deion Sanders and the Colorado Buffaloes. On Monday, the Big 12 Conference released its preseason All-Big 12 team, as voted on by the conference's media members, but despite Colorado assembling the nation's No.

College Football News / Colorado Buffaloes on SI / July 7

Colorado Climbs Recruiting Class Rankings With Four-Star Commitment

The Colorado Buffaloes landed a major commitment in the 2027 class on Monday from four-star offensive lineman Dewey Young, according to Rivals. The Buffs beat out the likes of the South Carolina Gamecocks, Purdue Boilermakers, Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets and Vanderbilt Commodores for his commitment, per 247Sports.

Travis Hunter News / Colorado Buffaloes on SI / July 6

Travis Hunter’s Heartfelt Interaction With Youth Athletes Showcases Colorado Influence

Former Colorado Buffaloes Heisman Trophy-winning wide receiver and cornerback Travis Hunter was known for his high-quality character alongside his accolades with the Buffs.

Colorado Buffaloes News / Colorado Buffaloes on SI / July 5

Colorado Buffaloes Roster Snubbed in Preseason Rankings

The Colorado Buffaloes have made several changes this offseason, including a new-look roster thanks to the transfer portal. Colorado coach Deion Sanders and his staff have put more of a focus on finding players who have a blend of experience and production, which has led to the landing of several very talented players.

Colorado Buffaloes News / Colorado Buffaloes on SI / July 5

Defining Success for Colorado Buffaloes, Deion Sanders This Season

The Colorado Buffaloes and coach Deion Sanders have an opportunity to rebound after finishing 3-9 in 2025, and the upcoming season has been met with some intrigue.

Colorado Buffaloes News / Colorado Buffaloes on SI / July 5

Colorado Buffaloes' Three Most Intriguing Matchups Next Season

With the 2026 season quickly approaching, the Colorado Buffaloes and coach Deion Sanders are closing in on starting a season that could go a long way in determining the future trajectory of the Colorado football program.

Colorado Buffaloes News / NFLTradeRumors.co / July 6

Other Teams Skeptical Browns Will Trade Shedeur Sanders

Jason La Canfora of SportsBoom notes that in conversations with his league sources, there’s skepticism that the Browns will trade QB Shedeur Sanders even

Colorado Buffaloes News / Colorado Buffaloes on SI / July 6

Colorado’s Gideon Lampron Takes Shot at EA Sports for His Player Avatar

The player ratings and player avatars for the Colorado Buffaloes in EA Sports College Football 27 have been revealed. One of Colorado’s incoming transfers, linebacker Gideon Lampron was not too thrilled about what his player’s avatar looks like.

Colorado Buffaloes News / Colorado Buffaloes on SI / July 4

Colorado's Randon Fontenette Displays Generosity With Gesture to Houston Community

The Colorado Buffaloes made it clear that high-character players were who they wanted to build their roster around in 2026. The Buffs did just that, and one example of a player with high character is former Vanderbilt Commodores safety Randon Fontenette.

Colorado Buffaloes News / Colorado Buffaloes on SI / July 4

Most Expensive Colorado Buffaloes Road Tickets This Fall

The Colorado Buffaloes are on the road for four of their first seven games in 2026, including two of their three non-conference games. With so much time on the road, especially early in the season, it is important for fans to know which games are worth traveling to.

Colorado Buffaloes News / Colorado Buffaloes on SI / July 3

Colorado Buffaloes' Highest and Lowest Ticket Prices at Folsom Field

The Colorado Buffaloes had a rocky relationship with their fans in 2025, as poor play caused lower ticket sales and fast-emptying student sections most nights in Boulder.