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Colorado football camp intel: Two LBs on Butkus watch list & defense shines - On3

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‘This Is Just Sad’ — NFL Fans React As Ex-Colorado WR Reveals ‘Threat’ of Deion Sanders Caused Shedeur Sanders’ Draft Slide - Yahoo Sports

‘This Is Just Sad’ — NFL Fans React As Ex-Colorado WR Reveals ‘Threat’ of Deion Sanders Caused Shedeur Sanders’ Draft Slide Yahoo Sports

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Colorado Buffaloes discuss his son Shedeur Sanders - Yahoo Sports

Colorado Buffaloes discuss his son Shedeur Sanders Yahoo Sports

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Deion Sanders Bans Colorado Reporters From Reporting On Open Practice - Yahoo Sports

Deion Sanders Bans Colorado Reporters From Reporting On Open Practice Yahoo Sports

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Brennan Marion’s fast-paced ‘Go-Go’ offense arrives at Colorado - Lawrence Journal-World

Brennan Marion’s fast-paced ‘Go-Go’ offense arrives at Colorado Lawrence Journal-World

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Colorado Buffaloes' Open Practice Rules Turning Heads Around the Country - Sports Illustrated

Colorado Buffaloes' Open Practice Rules Turning Heads Around the Country Sports Illustrated

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Colorado football practice standouts: 5 players trending up during fall camp - DNVR

Colorado football practice standouts: 5 players trending up during fall camp DNVR

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Inside Colorado football: Quentin Gibson looking to bust loose as playmaker - On3

Inside Colorado football: Quentin Gibson looking to bust loose as playmaker On3

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Colorado receives blunt warning from analyst about Georgia Tech opener - Yahoo Sports

Colorado receives blunt warning from analyst about Georgia Tech opener Yahoo Sports

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Colorado Punter Gives Insight Into Hidden Benefit of Off-Campus Fall Camp - Sports Illustrated

Colorado Punter Gives Insight Into Hidden Benefit of Off-Campus Fall Camp Sports Illustrated

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Described as basketball on grass, Brennan Marion's fast-paced 'Go-Go' offense arrives at Colorado - newsday.com

Described as basketball on grass, Brennan Marion's fast-paced 'Go-Go' offense arrives at Colorado newsday.com

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Colorado football falls slightly in final preseason SP+ rankings - Buffaloes Wire

Colorado football falls slightly in final preseason SP+ rankings Buffaloes Wire

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Deion Sanders bars reporters from reporting on open Colorado practice - Yahoo Sports

Deion Sanders bars reporters from reporting on open Colorado practice Yahoo Sports

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Deion Sanders, Colorado Order Media Not To Report On Practice - brobible.com

Deion Sanders, Colorado Order Media Not To Report On Practice brobible.com

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Why Deion Sanders is being slammed for 'insulting' media restrictions around Colorado football - sportingnews.com

Why Deion Sanders is being slammed for 'insulting' media restrictions around Colorado football sportingnews.com

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Colorado Buffaloes Rough Projections Piling Up Before the Fall - Sports Illustrated

Colorado Buffaloes Rough Projections Piling Up Before the Fall Sports Illustrated

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Colorado and Deion Sanders clamp down on any/all reporting from open practice - NBC Sports

Colorado and Deion Sanders clamp down on any/all reporting from open practice NBC Sports

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DAILY LINEUP · SUN · AUG 9 · COL

Quiet morning across your teams, COL Nothing major moved overnight. Open The Zone to scan the rest of the league. The lineup's set. Drop in.

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DAILY LINEUP · SAT · AUG 8 · COL

**Colorado camp is generating buzz — not all of it good.** - **Buffaloes** — Fall camp underway, but not everyone inside the program is feeling it - **Colorado football** — ESPN has identified a surprising figure as the Buffs' biggest archenemy - **Buffaloes** — Social media roasting Colorado again, this time comparing the team to Pop Warner **What to watch:** Whether Deion Sanders can silence the noise once real games begin. The lineup's set. Drop in.

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DAILY LINEUP · FRI · AUG 7 · COL

**Coach Prime takes the Buffs on the road — and gets real about NIL.** - **Colorado** — Sanders speaks plainly: keeping talent in the NIL era is a fight, not a given - **Colorado** — Coaching staff cranking up standards as fall camp approaches - **Colorado** — Team heads to Colorado Springs for a chemistry-building training trip - **Colorado** — Buffs get up-close look at Air Force facilities and program during visit - **Colorado** — Road bonding trip signals Sanders is building culture, not just a roster **What to watch:** Whether Sanders' NIL candor turns into commitments — or a warning sign heading into fall camp. The lineup's set. Drop in.

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DAILY LINEUP · THU · AUG 6 · COL

**Buffs camp is heating up — here's what you missed.** - **Colorado football** wrapped Day 3 of preseason camp with key position battles taking shape - **Deion Sanders** has already identified a young Buff he believes is a future first-round NFL Draft pick - **Colorado HS flag football** preseason rankings are out, with early favorites already emerging in the field **What to watch:** Which Buff earns Sanders' first-rounder label — and whether Day 4 camp notes reveal the name. The lineup's set. Drop in.

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DAILY LINEUP · WED · AUG 5 · COL

**Deion Sanders means business as Colorado fall camp kicks off with a statement.** - **Colorado** opened fall camp with a historic off-campus experience, setting a unique tone from day one - **Colorado defense** is already working to establish an identity as the unit looks to improve on last season - **Coach Prime** challenged his roster straight out of the gate, raising expectations across the program - **Colorado** made headlines with Sanders' camp-opening message drawing national attention - **CFB landscape** was shaken by a 5-for-5 ruling from Judge, sending ripple effects through college football that could impact the Buffs **Watch how the defense responds to Prime's challenge as camp ramps up.** The lineup's set. Drop in.

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DAILY LINEUP · TUE · AUG 4 · COL

**Buffs camp chaos: coaching shakeup hits Colorado before fall practice opens** - **COL | Maxwell Watch:** Travis Lewis earns spot on Maxwell Award watch list heading into 2025 - **COL | Staff Shakeup:** Colorado loses a coach suddenly just before fall camp begins - **COL | Recruiting Pivot:** Buffs men's basketball pulling back from high school recruiting focus - **COL | Vegas Skeptics:** Bettors remain bullish on Deion's Buffs in 2026 win totals despite oddsmaker pushback - **COL | Prime Under Pressure:** Sanders facing questions as another staff departure raises stability concerns **Watch:** Who fills the vacancy and whether it rattles momentum heading into Buffs fall camp. The lineup's set. Drop in.

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DAILY LINEUP · MON · AUG 3 · COL

**Colorado's roster picture just got a whole lot more interesting.** - **Buffaloes** — Judge clarifies class-wide NCAA eligibility injunction, opening the door for more players to compete - **Buffaloes** — Former CU stars could return to Boulder following the new eligibility ruling, per Sports Illustrated - **Buffaloes** — Updated two-deep offensive depth chart drops as camp opens, showing where the competition stands - **Buffaloes** — Preseason eligibility chart released on On3, mapping out who's cleared to play this fall **What to watch:** Which former Buffaloes actually make it back to campus — and how fast Deion can plug them into the depth chart. The lineup's set. Drop in.

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DAILY LINEUP · SUN · AUG 2 · COL

**Colorado's roster picture just got a whole lot more complicated.** - **CU Buffs:** Court ruling could restore eligibility for former players, adding unexpected depth to fall camp - **NCAA eligibility:** Overnight court decision is reshaking rosters across college football — CU among those affected - **Buffs fall camp:** Five major storylines loom as 2026 camp approaches, from QB to defensive rebuild - **Starting jobs:** Per Sports Illustrated, virtually every position on the depth chart remains genuinely open - **CU athletics:** Latest eligibility shakeup carries implications beyond football for the broader program **Watch whether Deion Sanders moves quickly to re-sign any returning-eligible Buffs before rivals do.** The lineup's set. Drop in.

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DAILY LINEUP · SAT · AUG 1 · COL

**Buffs Get a Boost: Extra Year Coming for Colorado Grads** - **Colorado** — Judge grants extra eligibility year to recently graduated NCAA athletes, potential roster lifeline for the Buffs - **Colorado** — Coaching staff and roster updates surfacing as spring buzz builds around Boulder - **Colorado 2026 schedule** — Opponents ranked easiest to toughest; know what's coming before it gets here - **Utes scouting report** — Utah drops their Buffs opponent preview; they're already studying Colorado **Watch:** Who on Colorado's graduated roster takes advantage of that new eligibility ruling. The lineup's set. Drop in.

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DAILY LINEUP · FRI · JUL 31 · COL

**Folsom Field cracks the rankings — Boulder is on the map.** • **Colorado** — Folsom Field earns national recognition in SI's latest stadium rankings • **Colorado** — Buffs riding momentum as program attention continues to build • **Colorado** — Facility prestige adds recruiting pitch ammunition heading into key visit weekends • **Colorado** — Fan atmosphere at Folsom increasingly mentioned in national conversations **Watch:** Whether the Buffs can turn stadium buzz into a top-25 program ranking before season's end. The lineup's set. Drop in.

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DAILY LINEUP · THU · JUL 30 · COL

**Colorado's got a Texas Tech dress code and a Maui trip on the horizon.** - **Colorado football** ranks among the more valuable programs in the latest college football valuations - **Colorado Buffaloes** celebrate the 62-36 upset of No. 20 as one of the top 150 moments in program history - **Colorado football** ticket prices are set for every game on the schedule — check before you buy - **Colorado** has announced the fan wear theme for the upcoming Texas Tech matchup - **Colorado State** opens the Maui Invitational against the Wildcats in a marquee early-season tournament **What to watch:** Colorado's Texas Tech game shapes up as a statement opportunity — dress code's set, now the Buffs need to show up. The lineup's set. Drop in.

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DAILY LINEUP · WED · JUL 29 · COL

**Colorado's jersey patch deal puts a dollar sign on Coach Prime's impact.** • **COL** — Deion Sanders lands the Buffaloes a lucrative jersey patch sponsorship, rare air for college football • **COL** — Deal signals major program momentum heading into the 2025 season • **COL** — Sanders' brand continues to drive real revenue, not just highlight reels • **COL** — Patch partnerships are becoming a key NIL-era battlefield — Colorado just jumped ahead **Watch for:** Which other programs rush to ink similar deals before the season kicks off. The lineup's set. Drop in.

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DAILY LINEUP · TUE · JUL 28 · COL

**Buffs Fall Camp Is Here — Here's What Matters** - **Colorado** — RB depth chart unsettled as fall camp opens, with multiple backs fighting for carries - **Colorado** — Three position battles headlining Buffs camp: OL, secondary, and QB competition worth tracking - **Colorado/Recruiting** — Top in-state 2026 HS matchups on radar as Buffs look to lock down Southwest talent early **Watch:** Which RB separates himself from the pack as camp ramps up this week. The lineup's set. Drop in.

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DAILY LINEUP · MON · JUL 27 · COL

**Colorado headlines to start your Wednesday.** • **COL RB** — A former Buffs running back ranks among college football's longest-tenured players • **Folsom Field** — Colorado's home stadium earns a top spot in Big 12's best venues rankings for 2026 **Watch:** Will Folsom Field's rising profile help Colorado land top recruits heading into the 2026 season? The lineup's set. Drop in.

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DAILY LINEUP · SAT · JUL 25 · COL

**Buffs basketball loads up with fresh faces and a familiar face returning.** - **Colorado hoops** — Coach Tad Boyle says Derrick White's return opens new possibilities for the program - **Colorado hoops** — Boyle evaluates transfer portal seniors as roster construction heats up this offseason - **Colorado hoops** — Boyle shares early impressions of incoming freshman class, optimism is high - **CU Buffs football** — Team kicks off activities in Colorado Springs ahead of the 2025 season - **Colorado State football** — Early 2026 preview and betting odds are already out for the Rams **Watch for: how Boyle blends veterans and freshmen into a cohesive rotation when camp opens.** The lineup's set. Drop in.

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DAILY LINEUP · FRI · JUL 24 · COL

**Buffs open fall camp away from Boulder — here's what's happening** - **Colorado** will open football preseason camp at UCCS and Fountain-Fort Carson High School in Colorado Springs - **Colorado** camp news confirmed across multiple outlets, signaling the program is ramping up for the season ahead - **Colorado State** athletes making smooth transitions, per a new piece from CSU Athletics - **Colorado football** projected 2026 record and stat leaders simulated by ChatGPT via Buffaloes Wire **Watch for:** Early camp depth chart movement and which Buffs stand out once reps begin in Colorado Springs. The lineup's set. Drop in.

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DAILY LINEUP · THU · JUL 23 · COL

**Buffs Buzz: Sanders Under the Microscope, Hoops Building for Next Season** - **Colorado Football** — Former coaches say 2025 is a make-or-break year for Deion Sanders to prove the program is for real - **Big 12 Power Rankings** — Rothstein's rankings aren't kind to the Buffs; Colorado sitting near the bottom heading into the season - **CU Basketball** — Jalin Holland says the returning core has one goal this summer: prove last season wasn't a fluke - **CU Basketball** — Transfer David Gomez battling an injury early, limiting his impact in summer workouts - **CU Basketball** — Nick Randall's development has him primed for a bigger role; Buffs need him to deliver **Watch for Sanders' fall camp narrative — it'll set the tone for how seriously the country takes Colorado this season.** The lineup's set. Drop in.

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DAILY LINEUP · WED · JUL 22 · COL

**Lewis climbs the QB tiers — here's where Colorado's signal-caller lands** • **Colorado Football** — Julian Lewis earns a spot in The Athletic's QB tier rankings, signaling rising national respect • **Colorado State MBB** — Rams locked in for the inaugural Texas Legends Classic, adding a marquee early-season tournament **What to watch:** Can Lewis's ranking hold — or rise — once fall camp buzz kicks in? The lineup's set. Drop in.

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DAILY LINEUP · TUE · JUL 21 · COL

**Buffs Busy in the Offseason** • **Colorado football** lands JUCO transfer Drew Molinari to bolster the roster ahead of fall camp • **Coach Prime** opens up on faith as a cornerstone of the Buffaloes program culture • **Colorado basketball** forward Goc Malual calls out summer workouts as his biggest personal challenge • **Colorado's NIL scene** heats up with a high-profile addition who must deliver a strong fall camp showing • **Colorado State** gets EA Sports love with 10 Rams ranked among college football's best virtual players • **Leon Fuller**, former CSU coach and Alabama captain, passes away at 87 — a legend remembered **Watch:** Which Buffs newcomers step up and separate themselves when fall camp opens. The lineup's set. Drop in.

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DAILY LINEUP · MON · JUL 20 · COL

Quiet morning across your teams, COL Nothing major moved overnight. Open The Zone to scan the rest of the league. The lineup's set. Drop in.

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DAILY LINEUP · SUN · JUL 19 · COL

**Buffs roster moves are shaping the 2026 picture** - **Colorado** adds JUCO safety Drew Molinaro to the 2026 recruiting class - **Colorado** lost two top-15 transfers this offseason, a notable hit to Deion Sanders' roster build - **Colorado** walk-on earns expanded role in summer workouts, depth chart shifting early **Watch:** How Sanders patches the transfer portal losses before fall camp opens. The lineup's set. Drop in.

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DAILY LINEUP · SAT · JUL 18 · COL

**Colorado hoops lands marquee 2026 matchup** - **Colorado** will face Purdue in the 2026 Indy Classic, a big-time non-conference test for the Buffs - **Goc Malual** is drawing buzz as Colorado's forward whose Australian roots are fueling Big 12 success - **Colorado State** unveiled its new Moby Arena court — fresh look for the Rams heading into next season - **CSU Football** is among the topics in the latest Mountaintop View roundup alongside Mountain West media days - **Rams community** mourning the loss of former CSU football coach Leon Fuller **Watch for**: Colorado's non-conference scheduling as a signal of how seriously the program is eyeing a Big 12 title run. The lineup's set. Drop in.

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DAILY LINEUP · FRI · JUL 17 · COL

**Buffs are busy — football camp looms, hoops draws a big-name foe, and a roster battle hits the courts.** - **Colorado MBB** will face Purdue in the 5th Annual Indy Classic, a marquee non-conference test early in the season - **Deion Sanders** sent an excited message as Buffaloes football camp approaches, signaling high energy heading into fall - **Josiah Sanders** detailed the biggest differences in his Colorado experience, offering insight into life under Coach Prime - **DL Ezra Christensen's** eligibility fight has escalated to the courtroom, a developing situation to monitor closely - **Ian Inman** opened up about Coach Tad Boyle's steadying influence through a turbulent offseason for the hoops program **Watch: Christensen's court ruling could reshape Colorado's defensive line depth before camp even kicks off.** The lineup's set. Drop in.

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DAILY LINEUP · THU · JUL 16 · COL

Buffaloes building behind the scenes this offseason. • **Colorado** — Guard Ian Inman opens up on offseason goals, eyes a bigger role next season • **Colorado** — Sophomore Josiah Sanders steps into mentorship, taking leadership seriously early • **Colorado** — Buffaloes brass discusses team leadership structure heading into the offseason • **Colorado School of Mines** — Four Orediggers earn NABC Academic All-District honors Watch for: How Colorado's emerging leaders translate offseason talk into production when fall camp arrives. The lineup's set. Drop in.

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DAILY LINEUP · WED · JUL 15 · COL

Travis Hunter's new look is turning heads — and Colorado's hype machine is fully rolling. • **Travis Hunter** – Offseason appearance change goes viral among NFL draft watchers • **Colorado football** – Analytics model projects game-by-game win/loss outcomes for the Buffs' 2025 schedule • **Brennan Marion** – OC drops Texas Longhorns comparison for Colorado's offense, and it's a big one • **Zach Atkins** – Chiefs fan-turned-Buff TE targeting a breakout senior season in Boulder • **Colorado basketball** – Buffs stars set ambitious goals heading into the upcoming season • **Nonconference slate** – 247Sports breaks down the biggest questions facing each of CU's early opponents **What to watch:** Whether Marion's offensive vision can match the Texas-level expectations being set this offseason. The lineup's set. Drop in.

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DAILY LINEUP · TUE · JUL 14 · COL

**Colorado Buffs Morning Briefing** - **COL Playoff Hopes:** Insider gives unfiltered take — odds aren't great, but the conversation is real - **COL Athletics:** AD Fernando Lovo doubles down, says he's bullish on Buffs' future in the new college athletics landscape - **COL Coaching Staff:** Former NFL players officially joining Sanders' sideline crew - **COL Recruiting:** Four-star commit turns heads performing in front of top-ranked prospects - **COL Family Moment:** Deion jokes about the transfer portal with his grandson in viral video - **CSU 2026 Outlook:** National experts weigh in on the Rams — worth knowing if you care about the rivalry **Watch:** Whether Colorado's staff additions and recruiting momentum translate into a legit Big 12 title push this fall. The lineup's set. Drop in.

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DAILY LINEUP · MON · JUL 13 · COL

**Buffs camp buzz is building — here's what's cooking in Boulder.** - **Colorado** — Deion Sanders unveiled his revamped coaching staff, pulling back the curtain on the new-look sideline crew - **Colorado** — WR DeAndre Moore identified as a key weapon who could unlock the Buffs' passing game in three distinct ways - **Colorado** — One unresolved depth chart spot flagged as a potential season-shaper for the Buffs - **Colorado** — Sanders' bold playoff predictions drawing skepticism, with analysts predicting he'll regret the comments **Watch to see if that depth chart question gets answered when fall camp ramps up.** The lineup's set. Drop in.

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DAILY LINEUP · SUN · JUL 12 · COL

**Your Colorado Buffaloes Morning Briefing** - **COL Staff:** Sanders reportedly hired ex-NFL staffers at lower salaries than predecessors, raising eyebrows - **COL Leadership:** Rider Portela gives honest take on Justin Neely's impact in the locker room - **COL AD:** Rick George navigating real budget uncertainty while keeping student-athletes front and center - **COL Offense:** TE Zach Atkins pushing for a bigger role in Colorado's passing game this season - **COL Coach:** Sanders' Big 12 Media Days appearance highlights a striking one-year health turnaround - **COL Rankings:** ESPN's FPI releases 2026 Big 12 power rankings — see where the Buffs land **Watch for:** How the staff salary story develops and whether it affects Sanders' recruiting pitch heading into fall camp. The lineup's set. Drop in.

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DAILY LINEUP · SAT · JUL 11 · COL

**Your Colorado Buffs Morning Briefing** - **CFP hopes:** Analyst Heather Dinich says Colorado making the 2026 playoff is "absolutely not" happening - **Coaching staff:** Deion Sanders adds former NFL players to his staff — salaries now public via USA Today - **Critic watch:** Jordan Rodgers calls Sanders' Colorado tenure a "mirage," says he "missed his timing" - **Hoops crossover:** Buffs leaning into Derrick White's impact on the program's culture - **Schedule spotlight:** Houston fans already scouting — five Buffs they need to know for the 2026 matchup - **On campus:** Football-Boulder Chamber Kickoff Luncheon set for August 28 **Watch:** Whether Sanders can silence the growing chorus of doubters with a strong 2025 showing. The lineup's set. Drop in.

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DAILY LINEUP · FRI · JUL 10 · COL

**Coach Prime owns a mistake, two Buffs hit Summer League, and the 2026 schedule has banger games.** - **COL Football:** Deion Sanders publicly admits to a major roster-building mistake from last year - **COL Football:** Players open up on what having Coach Prime at the helm means to the program - **COL Football:** Three must-watch games flagged on the 2026 schedule — circle those dates now - **COL Basketball:** Simpson and Williams both suiting up in NBA Summer League action - **COL Football:** Yahoo Sports launches college fantasy football for 2026, Buffs will be in the mix **Watch:** Can Sanders turn his admitted roster miscalculation into a sharper 2026 build? The lineup's set. Drop in.

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DAILY LINEUP · THU · JUL 9 · COL

**Coach Prime is back, and Colorado is betting big on a 2026 turnaround.** - **COL** — Deion Sanders says he's healthy and fully locked in to lead the Buffaloes' resurgence - **COL** — Phillip Lindsay backs the program, says Colorado is "built right" heading into 2026 - **COL** — Julian Lewis reveals a major schematic shift in Colorado's offense this season - **COL** — Players leaning on leadership with a rejuvenated Coach Prime setting the tone - **COL** — Reality check: Buffaloes picked near the bottom of USA TODAY's Big 12 preseason poll **Watch to see if the offense Lewis is hinting at can back up the offseason confidence.** The lineup's set. Drop in.

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DAILY LINEUP · WED · JUL 8 · COL

**Colorado Buffs morning briefing** - **Derrick White** steps into a new role as president of basketball strategy at his alma mater, Colorado - **Deion Sanders** is absent from EA Sports College Football 27 — and he's not hiding why - **Coach Prime** says EA simply wasn't paying enough to earn his likeness in the game - **Sanders** sets the record straight: no underpayment, no appearance — straightforward as that **What to watch:** Whether Sanders' public stance pressures EA into a better deal before CF27 ships. The lineup's set. Drop in.

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DAILY LINEUP · TUE · JUL 7 · COL

**Colorado Buffaloes Morning Briefing** - **CU Football** shut out completely from the preseason All-Big 12 Team heading into 2026 - **Former Buff Zach Ruebesam** earns contract extension as head coach at CSU-Pueblo - **CU Football recruit** draws offers from all three military academies — Army, Navy, and Air Force - **CU Athletics** launches "Charged Up" student loyalty program to boost fan engagement on campus - **Travis Hunter** goes viral for heartfelt moment with youth athletes, cementing his Colorado legacy **Watch:** How the Buffs respond to that All-Big 12 snub when fall camp opens. The lineup's set. Drop in.

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DAILY LINEUP · MON · JUL 6 · COL

**Buffs Building: Fresh Faces and Prime Time Leadership on the Agenda** - **COL Basketball:** Rider Portela working to find his footing among a loaded freshman class in Boulder - **COL Football:** Running back opens up on Deion Sanders' leadership retreat — sounds like Prime means business off the field **What to watch:** Whether Sanders' culture-building translates to early fall camp intensity. The lineup's set. Drop in.

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DAILY LINEUP · SUN · JUL 5 · COL

**Colorado's EA Sports drama, UCF prep, and a new Buff on the hardwood.** - **COL WR Gideon Lampron** called out EA Sports over his player avatar in College Football 26 - **Deion Sanders** opted out of EA Sports College Football once again, no Coach Prime in the game - **COL football** breaks down UCF as a Big 12 opponent to circle on the schedule - **Tad Boyle** backs Fernando Lovo as the "right guy at the right time" for the Buffs basketball program **Watch for:** Whether EA Sports responds to Lampron's criticism and updates his likeness before launch. The lineup's set. Drop in.

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DAILY LINEUP · SAT · JUL 4 · COL

**Coach Prime drops a real one on his squad.** • **Colorado** — Sanders gathered players for a candid locker room talk on pushing through adversity • **Colorado** — Message comes as Buffs navigate a pivotal stretch of the season • **Colorado** — Sanders leaning on his own experiences to fuel team mentality • **Colorado** — Culture-building remains central to Prime's program rebuild in Boulder **Watch for:** How the Buffs respond on the field — talk becomes legacy when the work backs it up. The lineup's set. Drop in.

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DAILY LINEUP · FRI · JUL 3 · COL

Colorado's Big 12 future is taking shape — here's what's moving. • **Colorado football** heads to Big 12 Media Days with four key storylines defining the Deion Sanders era heading into fall camp • **Colorado vs. Cincinnati** — early scouting breakdown drops as Buffs prep for a Bearcats squad that will test them in Big 12 play • **Colorado athletics** — department rankings draw fan frustration per Sports Illustrated, signaling work still ahead off the field • **Colorado State** — with Pac-12 move now official, the Rams are openly targeting opportunities left behind by the Buffs' departure • **CU football** — officially set for 2026 Monster Energy Big 12 Media Day, locking in a marquee offseason platform for the program **Watch for:** What Deion Sanders and his players say at Big 12 Media Days to set the tone for Colorado's conference expectations this season. The lineup's set. Drop in.

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DAILY LINEUP · THU · JUL 2 · COL

**Coach Prime trending up — on and off the field** - **Colorado HC Deion Sanders** delivers most promising health update yet, easing fan concerns heading into the season - **Colorado football** adds speedy three-star RB to the 2027 class, bolstering an already athletic backfield - **Colorado recruiting** lands MPC's Molinari on scholarship, expanding the Buffs' reach to the West Coast - **Colorado 2027 board** still has major targets remaining — Buffs are firmly in the mix for several blue-chippers - **Colorado rankings** get a boost after landing Kylan Bobo, signaling momentum in the recruiting cycle - **Colorado players** rated among EA Sports College Football 27's fastest — speed is clearly the identity Sanders is building *Watch whether Colorado's recruiting surge translates into more top-100 commitments before the early signing window.* The lineup's set. Drop in.

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HOT TAKES · WED · AUG 5 · UNDER REVIEW

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LOCKER ROOM · TACTICAL

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LOCKER ROOM · COL

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