Jaheim Oatis’s Five Word Statement After Committing to Colorado

The Colorado Buffaloes just landed a game-changing addition. Former Alabama defensive tackle Jaheim Oatis, the top-ranked defensive player in ESPN’s Transfer Portal rankings, has committed to play under Deion Sanders in Boulder. Oatis remarked that he was going to Colorado to, “Make the team great again,” according to ESPN.

At 6-foot-5 and 325 pounds, Oatis brings the size, strength, and experience that Colorado desperately needs on its defensive front. The former Crimson Tide lineman started 13 games during his first two seasons, accumulating 55 tackles, four pass breakups, and 1.5 sacks. Though injuries slowed him this year, Oatis enters Colorado fully healthy and motivated.

Coach Prime’s Influence

Oatis made it clear: Deion Sanders and his coaching staff were the driving forces behind his decision. “I feel like it’s beneficial for me, and I feel like I can give a lot of help to this season,” Oatis told ESPN. He praised Sanders, defensive line coach Damione Lewis, and legendary analyst Warren Sapp for creating a supportive and elite environment for players.

NFL-Caliber Talent

Oatis isn’t just a standout collegiate player—he’s a future NFL prospect. His sheer size and dominance in the trenches immediately elevate Colorado’s defense, which improved as the year went on under Robert Livingston last season, but did struggle against the run against top competition. Adding a player of his caliber shows Coach Prime’s commitment to building a team that can compete for championships.

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A Defensive Turnaround in the Making

Colorado, coming off a 9-3 regular season, is poised for even greater success. Oatis fills a critical need on the defensive line, where his ability to disrupt opposing offenses will give the Buffaloes a major boost.

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Colorado fans, get ready. Jaheim Oatis isn’t just here to play—he’s here to make this team great again. With his talent and Coach Prime’s vision, the Buffaloes’ defense just took a massive step forward.