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Colorado to Retire Shedeur Sanders' and Travis Hunter's Jerseys Despite Alumni Concerns

The University of Colorado will honor the two players before the spring game, as critics question the timing and fairness of the decision.

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Overview

  • Shedeur Sanders and Travis Hunter will become the fifth and sixth players in Colorado football history to have their jersey numbers retired.
  • The retirement ceremony is set to take place on April 19, 2025, ahead of the Buffaloes' spring game at Folsom Field.
  • Critics, including alumni and former players, argue that the decision is premature and overlooks past program legends, such as members of the 1990 national championship team.
  • Coach Deion Sanders defended the move, attributing backlash to his son’s last name and emphasizing the duo's contributions to the program's resurgence.
  • Athletic Director Rick George stated that the retirements celebrate a new era for Colorado football and do not diminish past accomplishments.