Kaidon Salter: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Colorado Buffaloes News / Heartland College Sports / September 9

Colorado Just Made a Stunning QB Decision

Colorado is making a surprising change at quarterback heading into its Big 12 opener, and it’s not the move anyone expected. Instead of sticking with veteran Kaidon Salter or turning to five-star freshman Julian Lewis, the Buffaloes are giving the nod to Ryan Staub for Friday night’s game at Houston.

College Football News / Colorado Buffaloes on SI / September 9

What Deion Sanders' Starting Quarterback Decision Means For Julian Lewis, Kaidon Salter

On Tuesday morning, ESPN's Pete Thamel reported that the Colorado Buffaloes will start quarterback Ryan Staub against the Houston Cougars on Friday night.

College Football News / Colorado Buffaloes on SI / September 7

Grading Colorado Buffaloes Quarterbacks Kaidon Salter, Ryan Staub, Julian Lewis

The Colorado Buffaloes bounced back at home with a 31-7 win over Delaware on Saturday afternoon. But the biggest storyline wasn’t the score — it Colorado coach was Deion Sanders turning to a full rotation at quarterback.

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Kaidon Salter Reveals He Played Through Illness In Colorado Buffaloes Debut

The Colorado Buffaloes didn't get quarterback Kaidon Salter at his best in last week's season opener against the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets. During an appearance on the "Colorado Football Coaches Show" on Thursday, Salter told host Mark Johnson that he played through an illness and even registered a 102-degree fever after the game.

College Football News / Colorado Buffaloes on SI / September 5

Three Colorado Buffaloes Poised To Rebound Against Delaware: Kaidon Salter, Joseph Williams

While Friday's matchup against Georgia Tech could still have ended in victory, the Colorado Buffaloes showed many blemishes. Coaching was included, as Deion Sanders and offensive coordinator Pat Shumur took heat for decision-making throughout a 27-20 loss to the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets.

College Football News / NCAA Football on ClutchPoints / September 3

Colorado football coach Deion Sanders not going to ‘babysit’ Kaidon Salter

The Colorado football team began the post-Travis Hunter and Shedeur Sanders era with a tough 27-20 loss to Georgia Tech on Friday in Boulder. It was a

College Football News / Colorado Buffaloes on SI / September 3

Colorado Buffaloes vs. Delaware: Preview, Odds, Surprising Favorites?

The Colorado Buffaloes faced a tough week one loss, but are now turning toward their matchup against the Delaware Fightin’ Blue Hens. The matchup will take place on Saturday, Sept.

College Football News / NCAA Football on ClutchPoints / September 1

Colorado HC Deion Sanders makes Kaidon Salter demand after Georgia Tech loss

Coming into the 2025 season, everyone wanted to see how Colorado football would look after losing star quarterback Shedeur Sanders and Heisman Trophy winner Travis Hunter to the NFL.

College Football News / Colorado Buffaloes on SI / August 31

Colorado Buffaloes Player Grades After Georgia Tech Loss: Kaidon Salter, DJ McKinney

The Colorado Buffaloes kicked off their 2025 season against the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets. Georgia Tech came into Folsom Field and spoiled the Buffaloes home opener by a final score of 27-20. This was the first Week One loss for Colorado in the Deion Sanders era.

College Football News / Colorado Buffaloes on SI / August 30

Grading Kaidon Salter's Performance In Colorado Buffaloes' Loss To Georgia Tech

When the Colorado Buffaloes chose quarterback Kaidon Salter to succeed Shedeur Sanders, two things were made abundantly clear. First, coach Deion Sanders yearned for experience.

College Football News / Colorado Buffaloes on SI / August 30

What Kaidon Salter Said After Colorado Buffaloes' Heartbreaking Loss To Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets

BOULDER — As expected, the Colorado Buffaloes and Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets' Week 1 battle went down to the wire on Friday night at Folsom Field. The two squads were tied at 20 late in the fourth quarter before Georgia Tech quarterback Haynes King rushed for a 45-yard go-ahead touchdown, giving the Yellow Jackets their ultimate 27-20 lead.

College Football News / NCAA Football on ClutchPoints / August 29

Watch Kaidon Salter throw his first TD for Deion Sanders’ Colorado squad

Kaidon Salter landed his first highlight as a member of Deion Sanders’ Colorado Buffaloes during the season opener against the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets on Friday night.

College Football News / Colorado Buffaloes on SI / August 29

How Colorado Buffaloes Quarterback Kaidon Salter's Running Abilities Threaten Defenses

After a quarterback battle throughout the spring and summer, Colorado Buffaloes coach Deion Sanders named Kaidon Salter as the team’s starter. Salter was competing against freshman Julian Lewis, but the team ultimately chose to go with the more experienced athlete to start the season.

College Football News / EasySportz / August 28

Georgia Tech Plays Colorado: Who Can Take The Next Step?

If you’re looking for a Week 1 barnburner to kick off the 2025 college football slate, circle this one in red: the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets invading Folsom Field to take on the Colorado Buffaloes under the Friday night lights.

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College Football News / Colorado Buffaloes on SI / August 28

Will Colorado Buffaloes Deploy Kaidon Salter, Julian Lewis Against Georgia Tech?

On Friday, the Colorado Buffaloes could go for broke. While Colorado coach Deion Sanders announced that senior Liberty Flames transfer quarterback Kaidon Salter will start the season opener against the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets, freshman phenom Julian Lewis could see the field.

College Football News / Athlon Sports / August 28

Deion Sanders Delivers Blunt Message to Kaidon Salter After QB Nod

Colorado Buffaloes head coach Deion Sanders is never shy about making his point clear, and that was the case once again on his podcast "Coach Prime's Playbook with Romi Bean." Just days after announcing Kaidon Salter as the Buffaloes' starting quarterback for the 2025 season, Sanders doubled down on his competitive philosophy.

College Football News / SuperWest Sports / August 28

Week 1 Big 12 CFB Previews: Buffs, Utes Face Tough Tests: Highlighting games featuring teams in the West and looks in at the best of the rest

The Big 12 is the most entertaining league in college football. Say what you want about the quality of the league. But there’s no denying the parity. And the passion of the fanbases easily exceeds the average Big Ten team.

College Football News / Field Level Media / August 26

Colorado names Kaidon Salter starting QB

Colorado named its replacement for departed quarterback Shedeur Sanders, with Liberty transfer Kaidon Salter set to take over under center for the Buffaloes.

College Football News / Yardbarker / August 26

Colorado's Deion Sanders makes season-altering decision before Week 1 game

Sanders waited until a few days before Colorado's first game of the regular season to name his starting quarterback for 2025.

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College Football News / Athlon Sports / August 26

Battle Under Center: Salter vs. King Headlines Week 1 Showdown

The 2025 college football season kicks off with a high-profile quarterback clash as Colorado hosts Georgia Tech under the Friday night lights at Folsom Field.

College Football News / Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets on SI / August 25

Georgia Tech Is Preparing To See Both Kaidon Salter and Julian Lewis On Friday Night

Game week is officially here for Georgia Tech, and they open their season with one of the biggest games in week one. The Yellow Jackets will face Colorado on the road, and they will be looking to start their season 1-0, but it won't be easy.

College Football News / Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets on SI / August 21

Colorado Quarterback Battle: What Georgia Tech Can Expect From Kaidon Salter and Julian Lewis

The Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets play the Colorado Buffaloes in eight days, and a starting quarterback still hasn’t been announced by the Buffaloes. With that reality still in question, let’s take a look at what the Georgia Tech defense could be facing in Kaidon Salter and true freshman Julian Lewis.

College Football News / Yardbarker / April 19

Colorado has two QBs who can get it done in post-Shedeur Sanders era

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College Football News / NCAA Football on ClutchPoints / December 19

Johntay Cook fuels Colorado transfer portal rumors with two-word message to Kaidon Salter

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College Football News / Field Level Media / December 18

Transfer QB Kaidon Salter commits to Colorado

Liberty transfer quarterback Kaidon Salter committed to Colorado on Wednesday, multiple outlets reported. With one season of eligibility remaining, Salter will replace outgoing Buffaloes QB Shedeur Sanders, son of head coach Deion Sanders.

College Football News / Yardbarker / December 18