Overview

• Deion Sanders has not revealed his 2025 starting quarterback and has indicated the decision could wait until the season opener or involve rotating Salter and Lewis.
• Sanders has lauded Kaidon Salter’s rushing and passing prowess, predicting the Liberty transfer will “cause havoc” in newly designed run-pass-option packages.
• Freshman Julian Lewis, ESPN’s ninth-ranked incoming quarterback, has impressed with his poise and accuracy in camp and remains the program’s long-term centerpiece.
• Offensive coordinator Pat Shurmur, mentor Byron Leftwich and Hall of Famer Marshall Faulk have revamped the offensive line and run game to suit either quarterback’s style.
• Redshirt Ryan Staub’s leadership has fostered strong chemistry in the QB room, ensuring a collaborative competition focused on team cohesion.