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New Details Emerge on Death of Colorado Quarterback Dominiq Ponder

Colorado Buffaloes quarterback Dominiq Ponder passed away on March 1 before the Buffaloes started spring practices, and a recent report from USA Today's Brent Schrotenboer revealed that Ponder's blood-alcohol content (BAC) was over double the legal limit of 0.08 in the state of Colorado.

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Key Players Returning for Colorado Buffaloes Women's Basketball

The Colorado Buffaloes women's basketball team made it to the NCAA Tournament for the fourth time under coach JR Payne, but the Buffaloes have lost guard

Deion Sanders News / The Spun / April 7

Deion Sanders Won't Be 'Provoked' By Ex-Colorado Player's Comments

Deion Sanders responded to recent remarks from former Colorado players on Tuesday. Neither directly named Colorado, but offensive tackle Jordan Seaton and quarterback Ryan Staub made comments about their new programs that some perceived as slights against Sanders and the Buffaloes.

College Football News / ESPN / April 7

Colorado QB's BAC twice legal limit in fatal crash

Colorado quarterback Dominiq Ponder had a blood alcohol level twice the legal limit for driving under the influence when he died in a single-car crash near Boulder on March 1.

Colorado Buffaloes News / Colorado Buffaloes on SI / April 7

Colorado Offensive Lineman Doesn't Hold Back About Buffaloes Running Backs

One of the Colorado Buffaloes’ newest offensive linemen opened up about the running back room in spring practice. At Tuesday’s press conference, senior center Demetrius Hunter had high praise for CU’s backfield, highlighting their physicality and explaining how he sees it helping the Buffs win games.

Colorado Buffaloes News / Colorado Buffaloes on SI / April 7

Colorado Buffaloes Transfer Portal Tracker: Additions, Departures, Updated Roster

The transfer portal officially opened on Tuesday, April 7, but the Colorado Buffaloes have already felt its impact. Key pieces of Colorado coach Tad Boyle's roster have already announced their intentions of entering the portal, and the Buffaloes will have a new-look team heading into the 2026-27 season.

Dominiq Ponder News / The Spun / April 7

Autopsy Released for Colorado QB Dominiq Ponder

The autopsy of former Colorado Buffaloes quarterback Dominiq Ponder has been released following his death. Ponder, 23, was killed in a single-car accident last month.

Colorado Buffaloes News / Colorado Buffaloes on SI / April 7

Colorado Buffaloes Lose Another Big Man to Transfer Portal

The Colorado Buffaloes’ depth issues continue in the early stages of the transfer portal as they took another hit on Monday. CU’s second-to-last remaining center, Fawaz ‘Tacko’ Ifaola announced his intentions to enter the transfer portal, according to 247Sports.

Colorado Buffaloes News / Colorado Buffaloes on SI / April 6

Colorado Buffaloes Recruiting Buzz on Display Ahead of Spring Game

The Colorado Buffaloes are just a few days away from taking the field for the annual Black and Gold spring game, and the energy around the program is already starting to percolate in Boulder.

Colorado Buffaloes News / Colorado Buffaloes on SI / April 6

Three Transfer Portal Targets for JR Payne, Colorado Buffaloes

The Colorado Buffaloes had a great season where they qualified for the NCAA Tournament, but fell short of advancing past the first round as they fell to

Colorado Buffaloes News / Colorado Buffaloes on SI / April 6

Colorado's Most Underrated Position Group Isn't What Fans Might Think

On Saturday, the Colorado Buffaloes will be playing their Spring Game, and so far, it seems that the team as a whole has been trending in a great direction.

Deion Sanders News / Colorado Buffaloes on SI / April 6

Deion Sanders Sends Clear Message to Roster Ahead of Spring Game

The Colorado Buffaloes are looking to make a significant improvement for the 2026 season, and so far, the performance this spring on offense and defense appears to be a good sign for Colorado.

Colorado Buffaloes News / Colorado Buffaloes on SI / April 6

Colorado Buffaloes Earn Surprising Projection for 2026-27 Ranking

It took some time, but the Colorado Buffaloes have a foundation again. Coach JR Payne's 10th season in Boulder featured 10 newcomers, but eight victories in nine games powered the Buffs to their fifth straight 20-win campaign and third NCAA Tournament trip in four years.

Colorado Buffaloes News / Colorado Buffaloes on SI / April 6

Colorado Buffaloes Gain Momentum With Four-Star Quarterback Recruit

On Friday, coach Deion Sanders and the Colorado Buffaloes hosted a highly-touted class of 2027 quarterback who may be the future of the program. Four-star quarterback Andre Adams visited CU’s Boulder campus as he gears up to make his commitment this week.

Colorado Buffaloes News / Heartland College Sports / March 30

Colorado Basketball Just Lost a Key Forward to the Transfer Portal

The Colorado Buffaloes are facing another offseason departure, as forward Sebastian Rancik plans to enter the transfer portal. Rancik, a 6-foot-11 sophomore, was a key contributor for the Buffaloes this past season, providing production and versatility in the frontcourt.

Colorado Buffaloes News / Heartland College Sports / March 29

Colorado Basketball is Retaining a Massive Piece of Their Roster

The Colorado Buffaloes just landed one of their biggest offseason wins, and it didn’t come from the transfer portal. Star guard Barrington Hargress is staying in Boulder, according to ESPN analyst Fran Fraschilla, providing a massive boost for a program looking to build momentum heading into next season.