Deion Sanders Shares What Frustrates Him About Colorado’s Current Struggles
The Colorado Buffaloes have had a rocky start to the season, losing two of their first three games and still uncertain about their quarterback situation. Despite the challenges, Coach Deion Sanders remains confident in his team’s potential, but the offense needs to improve quickly to avoid falling further behind. 
The Buffaloes’ early struggles include a double-digit loss to Houston to open Big 12 play, a disappointing outcome for Sanders. The offense has struggled since the departures of Shedeur Sanders and Travis Hunter, and the quarterback position remains a major question mark.
After Liberty transfer Kaidon Salter started the opener, redshirt sophomore Ryan Staub played last week, and five-star freshman Julian Lewis has also seen action. This revolving door at quarterback has only raised more questions about who should lead the offense. With the team still lacking consistency, Sanders has yet to name a starter for Wyoming, leaving the offense in limbo.
If things don’t improve soon, the Buffaloes may fall too far behind to recover.
Deion Sanders Reflects on Tough Start but Stays Hopeful
After a nine-win season and a bowl appearance, expectations were high for Sanders’ team this year. But three games into the season, the Buffaloes have struggled to find their rhythm, and the early setbacks have been frustrating.
Speaking on Tuesday, Sanders acknowledged the difficult start but expressed confidence in his players and coaching staff. “I’m just as upset or even more because I know what’s supposed to be happening,” Sanders said. “I know we have the young men in that locker room and on the coaching staff to get it together.”
For Sanders, the goal is clear: turn that trust into tangible results. With Big 12 play ramping up, the Buffaloes don’t have much time to turn things around, and each game is crucial to staying competitive this season.
Tough Quarterback Decision Looms for Sanders
According to CBS Sports’ Matt Zenitz, Kaidon Salter is expected to start against Wyoming this Saturday, though Sanders has not confirmed this report. The quarterback situation has been a headache for Sanders, as none of the three candidates have shown enough consistency to keep Colorado competitive.
While Salter seems like the most logical option, his inconsistency has been a concern. Staub showed promise against Delaware but struggled against Houston, leading to doubts about whether he deserves more playing time. Even true freshman Julian Lewis might not be the quick fix the team needs—rushing him into the starting role could be risky.
Every quarterback choice carries its own set of risks, and with the pressure mounting, Sanders’ decision could significantly impact not only this season but the future of the program.
Can Colorado Find Its Groove Before It’s Too Late?
Starting the season 1-2 with a conference loss will be tough to overcome, especially with the quarterback situation still unresolved. There’s still an opportunity for a winning streak and a chance to surprise some critics, but it will take effort.
The Big 12 is particularly tough this year, with top-20 teams like Utah and Texas Tech vying for the title. At the moment, the Buffaloes are not on that level, and with a challenging schedule ahead, a conference title appearance seems unlikely unless they can quickly find some consistency.
The coming weeks will be crucial in determining whether this season is remembered for missed chances or a surprising turnaround.
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