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Deion Sanders Leads Colorado Spring Game with NFL-Style Vision

Colorado’s Black & Gold game, aired nationally on ESPN2, highlights a quarterback battle, jersey retirements, and a professionalized football program under Sanders.

Head coach Deion Sanders of the Colorado Buffaloes leads his team before the start of their game against the BYU Cougars in the Valero Alamo Bowl at Alamodome on December 28, 2024 in San Antonio, Texas.
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Overview

  • Colorado's annual Black & Gold spring game takes center stage, showcasing a quarterback competition between freshman Julian Lewis and transfer Kaidon Salter.
  • The program honors Travis Hunter and Shedeur Sanders by retiring their jersey numbers during the game, recognizing their significant contributions.
  • Deion Sanders has redefined Colorado football with a professionalized approach, including NFL-style staff hires like Marshall Faulk and Domata Peko.
  • Under Sanders, ticket revenue soared from $13 million in 2022-23 to $31.2 million in 2023-24, reflecting the program's growing national prominence.
  • The spring game, broadcast on ESPN2, underscores Colorado's strategic focus on national exposure and player development in the evolving landscape of college football.