Major Boost for Colorado as Jeremiah Brown Returns

Originally posted on Athlon Sports | By Steven Corder | Last updated Dec 16, 2024 8:02 PM ET

Senior linebacker Jeremiah Brown isn’t going anywhere. After briefly testing the waters in the transfer portal, Brown has officially withdrawn his name and is returning to the Colorado Buffaloes for the 2025 season.

This decision comes just days after Brown entered the portal, a move that raised questions about the linebacker’s future with Coach Prime’s program. Brown, who transferred to Colorado from Jackson State in 2023, has remained a key contributor despite limited playing time. Over his career, he’s recorded 47 total tackles, five sacks, a forced fumble, and a pass defended, showcasing his impact in critical moments.

Colorado linebacker Jeremiah Brown has withdrawn from the transfer portal, @On3sports has learned.

He posted 47 tackles, 5 sacks and a forced fumble in three seasons. https://t.co/wMrfFrdlE6 pic.twitter.com/YRxbPQ6FtD
— Pete Nakos (@PeteNakos_) December 16, 2024

With the announcement that linebacker Nikhai Hill-Green is entering the transfer portal, Brown’s decision to stay gives the Buffaloes a much-needed veteran presence on defense. With his speed off the edge and knack for pressuring the quarterback, Brown can help shore up a unit that showed flashes of potential but struggled with consistency last season. His return signals confidence in Deion Sanders’ vision for the program and its culture.

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The timing also adds intrigue as Colorado prepares for its Alamo Bowl showdown against BYU on December 28 at 7:30 p.m. While Brown’s bowl-game status remains unclear, stars like Travis Hunter and Shedeur Sanders have already confirmed their participation, emphasizing a united team approach.

As Hunter stated, “I started this thing with Coach Prime… I want to finish it off right.” That same loyalty appears to have inspired Brown’s choice to return.

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For Buffaloes fans, this is more than just a roster move—it’s a sign that players believe in what Sanders is building. With Brown back in the fold, Colorado’s defense gains another cornerstone for 2025. Expect the Buffs to come back stronger.

This article first appeared on Athlon Sports and was syndicated with permission.

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