Deion Sanders Reflects on Colorado's Mixed Progress After Alamo Bowl Loss
Colorado's 9-4 season under Sanders showed significant improvement but ended with challenges, departures, and questions about the program's next steps.
- Deion Sanders' second season as Colorado's head coach saw the team improve from 4-8 in 2023 to 9-4 in 2024, including a four-way tie for first place in the Big 12 Conference.
- Despite progress, the Buffaloes struggled in key areas, including a weak running game, inconsistent performances, and an offensive line that allowed the most sacks in the Big 12.
- Travis Hunter won the Heisman Trophy as a two-way player, a decision supported by Sanders' unconventional coaching style, though Hunter and quarterback Shedeur Sanders are now departing for the NFL Draft.
- Colorado faces additional challenges as two key assistant coaches, Phil Loadholt and Vincent Dancy, leave for Mississippi State, adding to the team's offseason uncertainties.
- Looking ahead, Sanders has recruited top talent, including the nation's top high school quarterback, but must address gaps left by departing players and staff to maintain momentum in 2025.
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