Every Player Leaving Colorado Through College Football Transfer Portal

The winds of change continue to blow through Boulder as several Colorado Buffaloes players have decided to enter the transfer portal. For Coach Deion Sanders, this wave of departures represents both challenges and opportunities as he reshapes his roster for the Buffs second Big 12 season.

Jeremiah Brown’s Departure: Losing a Defensive Spark

Jeremiah Brown, a linebacker who followed Coach Sanders from Jackson State, is among the notable players leaving the program. Brown’s potential was evident at Jackson State, where he amassed 53 tackles and seven sacks in two seasons. However, his time in Colorado was limited to six tackles in just three games during the 2024 season. Brown’s exit leaves a void in leadership on special teams and depth on defense, a critical area for a team looking to bolster its competitiveness.

Dayon Hayes Seeks a Fresh Start

Edge rusher Dayon Hayes, one of Colorado’s key defensive players early in 2024, is also moving on. Hayes made an immediate impact, logging two sacks and a season-high five tackles in just three games before a season-ending injury. The former Pitt standout’s decision to re-enter the transfer portal highlights the precarious nature of roster continuity in college football. Hayes, who still has one year of eligibility, will likely attract interest from programs eager for an experienced pass rusher.

Offensive Line and QB Room Take Hits

The offensive line faces significant turnover with Tyler Johnson and Payton Kirkland departing. Johnson, a former All-American, came to Colorado with high expectations but never solidified his role. Similarly, Kirkland, a four-star recruit, struggled to find his footing. These losses underscore the challenges in building a cohesive offensive line under Sanders’ new regime.

Meanwhile, quarterback Destin Wade is leaving after two seasons as a reserve. With Shedeur Sanders likely heading to the NFL, Colorado’s quarterback room faces a major overhaul, with incoming talent like Julian Lewis expected to lead the charge.

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Looking Ahead

The Buffaloes’ offseason will be defined by how effectively Coach Sanders navigates the transfer portal. His ability to replace outgoing talent with high-impact recruits will determine whether Colorado can continue its upward trajectory. For fans, these moves serve as a reminder of the fast-evolving nature of college football.

Buffaloes faithful will need to stay tuned as Sanders and his staff work tirelessly to reshape the roster for the challenges of the Big 12. Expect announcements of incoming transfers soon, keeping hope alive for Colorado’s bright future.

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Here is the full list of players who have entered the transfer portal at this time:

LB Johnny Chaney Jr.

DT Rayyan Buell

OL Yakiri Walker

S Adonis Forrest Jr.

QB Walter Taylor III

WR Asaad Waseem

WR Jordan Onovughe

TE Morgan Pearson

WR Cordale Russell

IOL Payton Kirkland

Edge Dayon Hayes

OL Tyler Johnson

LB Jeremiah Brown

QB Destin Wade

CB Nahmier Robinson