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Colorado Women's Basketball Coach JR Payne Approaching History With New Extension

Colorado Buffaloes women's basketball coach JR Payne isn't going anywhere. On Wednesday, Payne signed a three-year contract extension to remain in Boulder through the 2030-31 season.

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Julian Lewis Reveals First Impressions of Colorado's New Offense

Beauty is hard to quantify, but Colorado Buffaloes quarterback Julian Lewis is ready to do so. He did on Wednesday what offensive coordinator Brennan Marion wasn't afforded the long-awaited chance for on Monday — talk a little football.

Colorado Buffaloes News / BuffZone / March 4

Video: CU Buffs spring football analysis

BuffZone’s Brian Howell is joined by Adam Munsterteiger of BuffStampede to talk about Colorado Buffs football, including QB JuJu Lewis and the linebackers.

Colorado Buffaloes News / BuffZone / March 4

Colorado quarterback JuJu Lewis adapting to Go-Go offense

Shortly after Colorado hired Brennan Marion as its new offensive coordinator in December, quarterback JuJu Lewis began his homework. Marion is the architect of the Go-Go offense, a high-octane attack that features the run game and vertical passes downfield.

Colorado Buffaloes News / BuffZone / March 4

After turning page, CU Buffs women’s basketball eager for Big 12 tournament

For the Colorado women’s basketball team, the disappointment of lost opportunities has been replaced by the excitement of a new opportunity. On Thursday night in Kansas City, Missouri, the Buffaloes will begin play in the Big 12 Tournament as the No.

Dominiq Ponder News / Athlon Sports / March 4

Julian Lewis Has Emotional Reaction to Death of Colorado QB Dom Ponder

The Colorado Buffaloes are mourning the loss of quarterback Dominiq Ponder, who died early Sunday morning in a single-car accident. He was 23 years old.

Colorado Buffaloes News / BuffZone / March 4

Colorado’s balance, ball security pave the way at Utah

When the Big 12 announces its men’s basketball all-conference awards next week, Colorado is unlikely to land any first team honorees. Even with Isaiah Johnson’s huge freshman season, the Buffaloes don’t have any player ranked in the league’s top 10 in scoring, rebounding or assists.

Colorado Buffaloes News / BuffZone / March 4

Colorado women’s basketball coach JR Payne lands contract extension, raise

In her 10th season at Colorado, JR Payne is already the second-longest tenured women’s basketball coach in program history. She’s not going anywhere for a while, either.

Colorado Buffaloes News / Colorado Buffaloes on SI / March 4

Colorado Offensive Lineman Speaks Candidly About the Buffaloes' Tragic Loss

It has been a somber week in Boulder, with the passing of Colorado Buffaloes quarterback Dominiq Ponder on Sunday. Colorado offensive lineman Yahya Attia spoke about the loss after spring practice.

Colorado Buffaloes News / BuffZone / March 4

Sebastian Rancik sidelined for CU Buffs at Utah

SALT LAKE CITY — With Colorado still battling for a more favorable spot in the first round of the Big 12 Conference tournament, the Buffaloes went into the final regular season road game without one of their best players.

College Basketball News / BuffZone / March 3

CU Buffs men’s basketball posts road win at Utah

SALT LAKE CITY — Colorado fans are painfully aware of some of the ugly results the Buffaloes have posted on the road over the past five weeks. Yet on a team that leans heavily on freshmen, the CU men’s basketball team has managed to respond after each and every one of those lopsided losses.

Colorado Buffaloes News / BuffZone / March 3

Colorado’s Jade Masogayo, others earn All-Big 12 honors

Led by senior Jade Masogayo, several Colorado women’s basketball players earned all-conference recognition Tuesday. In a vote by league coaches, Masogayo was named second-team All-Big 12 after averaging 11.7 points, 4.9 rebounds and 2.0 assists.

Colorado Buffaloes News / Colorado Buffaloes on SI / March 3

Colorado Buffaloes Receive Worrisome Bowl Game Prediction

The Colorado Buffaloes are gearing up for the 2026 season with spring practices underway, but a recent prediction for this year’s bowl games could signify another disappointing season.

Colorado Buffaloes News / Colorado Buffaloes on SI / March 3

Colorado Fans Will Love This Buffaloes Coach's Message to the Team

In early March, spring practices have started for the Colorado Buffaloes, and one of the position coaches has been giving the players extra motivation.

Colorado Buffaloes News / BuffZone / March 3

Competition on display at Big 12 women’s basketball tournament

Throughout its 18-game tour of the Big 12 Conference, the Colorado women’s basketball team had to battle nearly every night. For the Buffs (20-10, 11-7 Big 12), 11 conference games were decided by single digits and four others were close games in the fourth quarter.

Colorado Buffaloes News / BuffZone / March 3

Current CU runner James Overberg, a Centaurus grad, designs recovery equipment for Buffs runners

Honestly, it could’ve been a pretty sweet setup for a hot tub. Two years ago, Centaurus grad James Overberg and his three roommates at the University of Colorado were brainstorming ways to upgrade the backyard of their Boulder home.

Deion Sanders News / Colorado Buffaloes on SI / March 3

Biggest Questions Surrounding Deion Sanders' Colorado Future

With another college football season on the horizon, how well-built are the Colorado Buffaloes for the future? While the Buffaloes recently extended Colorado coach Deion Sanders, some questions remain about his long-term status.

Dominiq Ponder News / Colorado Buffaloes on SI / March 2

Colorado Buffaloes Reveal Their Reactions to Dominiq Ponder's Death

Less than 24 hours after news broke of quarterback Dominiq Ponder's death in a car accident, the Colorado Buffaloes began spring practices on Monday. They also addressed the media.

Colorado Buffaloes News / Yardbarker / March 2

Deion Sanders reacts to Dominiq Ponder's passing

Colorado backup quarterback Dominiq Ponder died on Sunday morning in a single-car crash, according to the Colorado State Patrol, via Adam Rittenberg of ESPN.

Deion Sanders News / Athlon Sports / March 1

Deion Sanders Announces Death of Colorado Quarterback

Deion Sanders is no stranger to rebuilding on the fly, and year four at Colorado is shaping up to be more of the same. Spring practice kicks off Monday for the Colorado Buffaloes, with 15 sessions lined up before the Black & Gold game closes things out on April 11.

Colorado Buffaloes News / Heartland College Sports / February 26

Tad Boyle is Fed Up with This Aspect of College Basketball

Following Colorado’s 79-70 win over Kansas State on Wednesday night, Buffaloes head coach Tad Boyle went off on the pace of college basketball that continues to be bogged down by reviews.

Colorado Buffaloes News / Yardbarker / February 25

Colorado promotes LB coach Chris Marve to defensive coordinator

Deion Sanders and Colorado promote LB coach Chris Marve to defensive coordinator

Deion Sanders and the Colorado Buffaloes have wasted no time in replacing now-former defensive coordinator Robert Livingston.

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College Football News / Yardbarker / February 20

Mike Elko, Deion Sanders fuel growing call for college football commissioner

Mike Elko and Deion Sanders have both recently gone on record advocating for a college football commissioner. With NIL tampering, transfer portal, and eligibility controversies creating a Wild West environment, coaches are increasingly concerned that the sport is drifting toward an unsustainable future.