Colorado Names Kaidon Salter Starting QB for Georgia Tech Opener

Colorado head coach Deion Sanders announced that Kaidon Salter, a senior transfer from Liberty known for his dual-threat capabilities, will start at quarterback in the Buffaloes' 2025 season opener against Georgia Tech. Salter won the starting job over five-star freshman Julian "JuJu" Lewis, though Sanders expressed hope that Lewis will also see playing time during the game. Salter replaces Shedeur Sanders, who was drafted by the Cleveland Browns after setting multiple Colorado passing records. This season marks a transition for Colorado's offense with key departures, including Heisman Trophy winner Travis Hunter, now in the NFL. The Buffaloes will open the 2025 season in a sold-out Folsom Field, which recently switched from natural grass to artificial turf, and the program continues to experience strong fan support with consecutive seasons of sold-out games. Despite health challenges, including surgery for bladder cancer, Coach Sanders is set to lead the team in his third season at Colorado.