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7mo ago

Deion Sanders' Colorado Achieves Bowl Eligibility with Win Over Cincinnati

The Buffaloes, led by Shedeur Sanders and Travis Hunter, secure a 6-2 record, marking a significant turnaround for the program.

Colorado football coach Deion Sanders leads the team onto the field before the Buffaloes game against Cincinnati Bearcats at Folsom Field in Boulder, Colorado on Oct. 27, 2024.
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Overview

  • Colorado's victory over Cincinnati ensured bowl eligibility, a major milestone after a 1-11 season in 2022.
  • Quarterback Shedeur Sanders threw for 323 yards and two touchdowns despite battling illness and injury.
  • Travis Hunter excelled with 153 receiving yards and two touchdowns, reinforcing his Heisman Trophy candidacy.
  • Deion Sanders' unique roster overhaul strategy, involving numerous transfers, has brought quick success to the program.
  • Despite their achievements, Coach Sanders prefers his team to remain underdogs, urging voters not to rank them in the Top 25.