Colorado QB Reveals Surprising Truth About Last Season’s Preparation
The Colorado Buffaloes endured a difficult 2025 campaign, though some growing pains were expected.
Colorado entered the season needing to replace several key contributors, including Heisman Trophy winner Travis Hunter, who was selected second overall in the NFL Draft. The Buffaloes also lost starting quarterback Shedeur Sanders and two more wide receivers to the draft, leaving major holes on offense.
Even with those departures, the team’s 3-9 finish was a disappointing step back after posting a 9-4 record and earning a national ranking the previous season.
Several factors contributed to the struggles, including head coach Deion Sanders’ battle with aggressive bladder cancer. However, a recent comment from starting quarterback Julian “JuJu” Lewis suggests preparation may have also been an issue.
JuJu Lewis Points to Better Film Study
Lewis, a former five-star recruit who flipped his commitment from USC to Colorado, said his approach has changed dramatically heading into the new season.
“I’m actually looking at the defenses now,” Lewis told ESPN. “Last year, we weren’t really looking at defenses much. It was kind of high school, free balling, just out there playing football, but it’s a lot bigger than that now, so it should be fun.”
His remarks raised eyebrows because they appear to indicate that Colorado’s offense spent relatively little time studying opposing defenses during his freshman season. Considering offensive coordinator Pat Shurmur’s extensive NFL coaching background, the comments came as a surprise.
Lewis showed flashes of promise in limited action, throwing four touchdown passes without an interception. However, Colorado lost both games he started, highlighting the challenges the offense faced throughout the season.
If the Buffaloes hope to return to postseason play, improving preparation and film study could be just as important as the talent on the field.
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