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Apr 4, 2025; Boulder, CO, USA; Colorado Buffaloes head coach Deion Sanders watches as his players go through drills at the University of Colorado NFL Showcase at the CU Indoor Practice Facility. Mandatory Credit: Michael Ciaglo-Imagn Images

How Fans Can Support Colorado Buffaloes By Playing EA Sports College Football '26

Colorado Buffaloes football fans can now support the Colorado program just by playing as the Buffs in EA Sports’ new video game, College Football '26, thanks to a new in-game royalties model tied to team usage.

Ben Armendariz
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Apr 4, 2025; Boulder, CO, USA; Colorado Buffaloes head coach Deion Sanders watches as his players go through drills at the University of Colorado NFL Showcase at the CU Indoor Practice Facility. Mandatory Credit: Michael Ciaglo-Imagn Images
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How Fans Can Support Colorado Buffaloes By Playing EA Sports College Football '26

Colorado Buffaloes football fans can now support the Colorado program just by playing as the Buffs in EA Sports’ new video game, College Football '26, thanks to a new in-game royalties model tied to team usage.

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Apr 19, 2025; Boulder, CO, USA; Colorado Buffaloes wide receiver Joseph Williams (8) and safety Carter Stoutmire (23) during the spring game at Folsom Field. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-Imagn Images
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Joseph Williams Reveals How Deion Sanders Earned His Colorado Buffaloes Transfer Commitment

New Colorado Buffaloes wide receiver Joseph Williams shared an interesting story on how coach Deion Sanders earned his transfer portal commitment. Williams starred for the Tulsa Golden Hurricane last season before giving his pledge to "Coach Prime."

Jack Carlough
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Mar 3, 2024; Boulder, Colorado, USA; Colorado Buffaloes athletic director Rick George during the second half against the Stanford Cardinal at the CU Events Center. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images
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Colorado Athletic Director Explains How Groundbreaking House Settlement Will Impact Buffs

In a letter to Buff Nation, University of Colorado athletic director Rick George spoke on Friday's groundbreaking house settlement, which permits colleges to soon directly compensate their student-athletes for their name, image and likeness (NIL) rights.

Jack Carlough
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Oct 19, 2024; Tucson, Arizona, USA; Colorado Buffalos safety Shilo Sanders (21) against the Arizona Wildcats at Arizona Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images
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Shilo Sanders Gifts Apple Watches to Colorado Buffaloes: Subtle Recruiting Statement?

Former Colorado Buffaloes safety Shilo Sanders, now with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, gifted Apple Watches to his CU teammates—highlighting a culture of loyalty and brotherhood that could give the Buffs a significant recruiting edge in today’s NIL era.

Ben Armendariz
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Oct 20, 2023; Carrollton, GA, USA; Carrollton Trojans quarterback Julian Lewis (10) watches on from the sidelines against the Westlake Lions during the first half at Grisham Stadium. The 15-year-old Carrollton High student has already committed to playing for the University of Southern California Trojans and has been considered one of the top high school quarterback prospects. Mandatory Credit: John David Mercer-Imagn Images
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Colorado Buffaloes' Julian Lewis Addresses Name, Image, Likeness Opportunities

Colorado Buffaloes quarterback Julian Lewis is competing for the starting job with Colorado quarterback Kaidon Salter, but Lewis is still one of the most high-profile college athletes when it comes to Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL). Lewis clarified the s

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Oct 7, 2023; Tempe, Arizona, USA; Colorado Buffaloes head coach Deion Sanders against the Arizona State Sun Devils at Mountain America Stadium.
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Deion Sanders Made Huge Changes To Colorado Buffaloes Nutrition, Food When Hired

When the Colorado Buffaloes hired coach Deion Sanders, he made some immediate changes, including some important ones to the program's nutrition, according to former Colorado running back Deion Smith.

Charlie Viehl
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Apr 19, 2025; Boulder, CO, USA; Colorado Buffaloes quarterback Julian Lewis (10) during the spring game at Folsom Field.
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Colorado Buffaloes Begin Summer Workouts: 5 Transfers Competing For Starting Jobs

Coach Deion Sanders and the Colorado Buffaloes are back in Boulder for yearly summer workouts. Several spring transfer portal additions are getting their feet wet, with Sincere Brown, Teon Parks and Xavier Hill in contention for starting roles.

Harrison Simeon
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May 9, 2025; Berea, OH, USA; Cleveland Browns quarterback Shedeur Sanders (12) during rookie minicamp at CrossCountry Mortgage Campus. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-Imagn Images
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Shedeur Sanders Pushes Back on 'Sanders Nation' Fan Label at Cleveland Browns Event

Former Colorado Buffaloes quarterback Shedeur Sanders was cooking—literally and figuratively—at the Cleveland Browns’ Rooks to Cooks event this week. But it wasn’t his culinary skills that caught attention but an interaction on Sanders' growing fan base.

Ben Armendariz
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Oct 19, 2024; Tucson, Arizona, USA; Colorado Buffalos quarterback Shedeur Sanders (2) with wide receiver Travis Hunter (12) against the Arizona Wildcats at Arizona Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images
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Shedeur Sanders, Travis Hunter Dominate NFL Jersey Sales: Colorado Recruiting Boost?

Colorado Buffaloes legendary quarterback Shedeur Sanders and dual phenom cornerback/wide receiver Travis Hunter continue to dominate NFL rookie jersey sales—and that early NFL success may offer Colorado coach Deion Sanders an unexpected recruiting advanta

Ben Armendariz
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Jan 15, 2025; Boulder, Colorado, USA; Colorado Buffaloes athletic director Rick George during the first half against the Cincinnati Bearcats  at the CU Events Center. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images
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Colorado Buffaloes AD Rick George's Strong Stance On College Football Playoff Expansion

University of Colorado Athletic Director Rick George and Big 12 Conference commissioner Brett Yormark are seemingly in agreement with expanding the College Football Playoff to 16 teams. The Colorado Buffaloes narrowly missed the 12-team CFP last season.

Jack Carlough
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Apr 19, 2025; Boulder, CO, USA; Colorado Buffaloes head coach Deion Sanders during the spring game at Folsom Field. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-Imagn Images
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What Big 12 Coaches Said About Deion Sanders, Colorado Buffaloes Culture

Ahead of the 2025 season, Big 12 coaches spoke anonymously about the other teams in the conference. Colorado Buffaloes coach Deion Sanders has taken the college football world by storm, bringing a winning culture to the program, but some coaches have thei

Angela Miele
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Apr 19, 2025; Boulder, CO, USA; Colorado Buffaloes former player Shedeur Sanders before the spring game at Folsom Field. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-Imagn Images
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Deion Sanders Denies Shedeur Sanders Bought Custom Cleveland Browns Rolls-Royce

It appeared that Cleveland Browns rookie Shedeur Sanders bought a custom Rolls-Royce in a Cleveland Browns colorway after signing his NFL rookie contract. However, his dad Deion Sanders posted "LIES!" about the report. The former Colorado Buffaloes star S

Apr 19, 2025; Boulder, CO, USA; Colorado Buffaloes head coach Deion Sanders during the spring game at Folsom Field. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-Imagn Images
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How Deion Sanders, Bill Belichick Compare In Preseason Head Coach Rankings

In a preseason ranking of Power Four college football head coaches, Colorado Buffaloes leader Deion Sanders placed considerably higher than new North Carolina Tar Heels hire Bill Belichick, who famously led the New England Patriots to six Super Bowl wins.

Jack Carlough
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Oct 19, 2024; Tucson, Arizona, USA; Colorado Buffalos running back Isaiah Augustave (23) against the Arizona Wildcats at Arizona Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images
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Colorado Buffaloes Transfer Isaiah Augustave Makes Surprise Announcement: Return To Boulder?

Former Colorado Buffaloes running back Isaiah Augustave announced Wednesday that he's no longer committed to the Virginia Cavaliers, opening up a possible return to Boulder. Augustave entered the transfer portal in April after one season with the Buffs.

Jack Carlough
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May 9, 2025; Berea, OH, USA; Cleveland Browns quarterback Shedeur Sanders (12) walks off the field after rookie minicamp at CrossCountry Mortgage Campus. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-Imagn Images
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Shedeur Sanders' Cleveland Browns Contract Has Fifth-Round Pick Making Less Than College NIL Valuation

After falling to the fifth round of the NFL Draft, Shedeur Sanders' newly-inked contract with the Cleveland Browns has the former Colorado Buffaloes quarterback making less than his college football name, image and likeness (NIL) valuation.

Jack Carlough
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Apr 4, 2025; Boulder, CO, USA; Colorado Buffaloes head coach Deion Sanders watches as his players go through drills at the University of Colorado NFL Showcase at the CU Indoor Practice Facility. Mandatory Credit: Michael Ciaglo-Imagn Images
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Deion Sanders’ New Netflix Series Elevates Colorado’s Recruiting, NIL Power

Colorado coach Deion Sanders is once again blending college football with mainstream entertainment. On Wednesday, Sanders and Netflix announced a new docuseries, Prime Time, set to debut in 2026. The three-part series will run for 60 minutes each, promisi

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Colorado Buffaloes soccer star Phoenix Dawn Miranda makes Sports Illustrated Swim debut
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Colorado Buffaloes Soccer Star Makes Sports Illustrated Swim Debut: Photos

Colorado Buffaloes soccer star Phoenix Dawn Miranda shines in the newest edition of Sports Illustrated Swim. Miranda is one of three female athletes from the Big 12 conference, joining TCU basketball star Hailey Van Lith and Central Florida track and fiel

Bri Amaranthus
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May 10, 2025; Berea, OH, USA; Cleveland Browns quarterback Shedeur Sanders (12) waits his turn for a drill during rookie minicamp at CrossCountry Mortgage Campus. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-Imagn Images
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Shedeur Sanders' Funny Response To Buying Cleveland Browns Jersey Number

Former Colorado Buffaloes quarterback Shedeur Sanders is off to a hot start at Cleveland Browns rookie minicamp. Sanders is wearing the No. 12 jersey number and was asked if he might try to buy the No. 2 jersey from wide receiver DeAndre Carter. Sanders

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Oct 19, 2024; Tucson, Arizona, USA; Colorado Buffalos quarterback Shedeur Sanders (2) reacts against the Arizona Wildcats at Arizona Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images
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Why Did Shedeur Sanders Switch Cleveland Browns Jersey Number To No. 12?

After wearing No. 2 throughout his college career and for the Colorado Buffaloes, Shedeur Sanders is switching it up in the NFL. The Cleveland Browns announced the rookie quarterback will wear No. 12 — a number loaded with symbolism, legacy, and perhaps a

Ben Armendariz
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Apr 19, 2025; Boulder, CO, USA; Colorado Buffaloes quarterback Julian Lewis (10) during the spring game at Folsom Field.
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Julian Lewis Recruiting 5-Star Prospects To Deion Sanders' Colorado Buffaloes

Colorado Buffaloes quarterback Julian Lewis is already getting active on the recruiting trail. Five-star edge prospect Jake Kreul shared that Lewis met and hung out with him and other recruits who were officially visiting Boulder last weekend.

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Apr 19, 2025; Boulder, CO, USA; Former Colorado Buffaloes player Shedeur Sanders during his number retirement ceremony before the spring game at Folsom Field. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-Imagn Images
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Shedeur Sanders Wants To Build Colorado Buffaloes Into 'Super Team' With NIL

Even before officially declaring for the NFL Draft, former Colorado Buffaloes quarterback Shedeur Sanders made it clear that his commitment to the Buffs ran deeper than wins and the stat sheet. Sanders may have plans to use his NFL earnings to fund a 'sup

Ben Armendariz
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Apr 4, 2025; Boulder, CO, USA; Colorado Buffaloes quarterback Shedeur Sanders (2) talks to ESPN after the University of Colorado NFL Showcase at the CU Indoor Practice Facility. Mandatory Credit: Michael Ciaglo-Imagn Images
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Shedeur Sanders NFL Draft Controversy Continues With Viral Gatorade Video

The 2025 NFL Draft begins on Thursday, April 24. Ahead of the draft, Gatorade released a tribute video for Colorado Buffaloes quarterback Shedeur Sanders. Sanders signed an NIL deal with Gatorade in 2022.

Angela Miele
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Apr 19, 2025; Boulder, CO, USA; Colorado Buffaloes head coach Deion Sanders during the spring game at Folsom Field. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-Imagn Images
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Deion Sanders Calls For NFL Style Salary Cap In NIL Era Of College Football

Colorado coach Deion Sanders is adding his voice to the growing debate around college football’s Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) era—arguing the sport should adopt a financial model more like the NFL’s.

Ben Armendariz
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Apr 19, 2025; Boulder, CO, USA; Colorado Buffaloes offensive tackle Jordan Seaton (77) during the spring game at Folsom Field.

Colorado Buffaloes' Jordan Seaton Addresses Viral Social Media Post On Transfer Portal

Colorado Buffaloes offensive tackle Jordan Seaton had choice words regarding the state of college football after Saturday's spring game. Seaton had a viral social media post last week following the departure of several Buffaloes to the transfer portal.

Harrison Simeon
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Apr 19, 2025; Boulder, CO, USA; Colorado Buffaloes quarterback Julian Lewis (10) during the spring game at Folsom Field. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-Imagn Images
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Julian 'JuJu' Lewis Sparks NIL Debate: Lamborghini, Darth Vader Chain Before Colorado Spring Game

Colorado Buffaloes freshman quarterback Julian “JuJu” Lewis hasn’t taken a single snap in Boulder, but he’s already generating Name, Image, Likeness (NIL) headlines—and drawing comparisons to former Buffs star quarterback Shedeur Sanders.

Ben Armendariz
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