Deion Sanders Reports Quarterback Competition Intensifies at Colorado Buffaloes

Deion Sanders enters his third season as head coach of the Colorado Buffaloes, having transformed the program from a 1-11 record in 2022 to a Top 25 team in 2024. With key players Shedeur Sanders and Travis Hunter now in the NFL, the Buffaloes face a pivotal quarterback competition involving Liberty transfer Kaidon Salter, freshman Julian "JuJu" Lewis, and Ryan Staub, with Sanders emphasizing no rush to name a starter before the season opener. Salter brings extensive college experience and dual-threat capabilities, while Lewis is a highly touted freshman known for his exceptional high school stats. Sanders praised Staub's veteran presence despite his likely third-string status. Additionally, Sanders shared a heartfelt conversation with his son Shedeur before the latter's NFL preseason debut, defending him against media criticism and highlighting his professionalism. The Buffaloes aim to contend for the Big 12 title and a College Football Playoff berth, with improvements expected on both offense and defense as the team prepares for the 2025 season.