Fueled by 3-9 finish, Deion Sanders, Colorado ready for 2026
Colorado football coach Deion Sanders addresses health recovery and team performance expectations ahead of the 2026 season.
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The brief
Sanders has identified past team performance as a "big mistake" and stated that the program needs to improve its results. Coverage from USA Today, AP News, CBS Sports, Axios, and ESPN emphasizes Sanders' physical health and his approach to team leadership.
Future developments remain dependent on the upcoming season's performance. Coverage does not yet specify the tactical adjustments the team will implement to address the previous record.
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Quick answers
What is the current status of Deion Sanders' health?
Sanders has described himself as feeling like his old self following surgery a year ago and considers himself cancer-free.
How did the Colorado Buffaloes perform in the previous season?
The team finished the season with a 3-9 record.
What is the team's outlook for quarterback Julian Lewis?
Coverage indicates that Sanders is tempering expectations for the player ahead of the 2026 season.
Coverage (6)
- Deion Sanders on coaching in the NIL era: 'It's taught me tremendous patience' On3 · 1d ago
- Colorado coach Deion Sanders owns up to 'big mistake' last year USA Today · 1d ago
- Deion Sanders says he feels like his old self a year after surgery: 'I consider myself cancer-free' AP News · 1d ago
- Deion Sanders back to 'old him' as rejuvenated Colorado coach tempers expectations for QB Julian Lewis CBS Sports · 1d ago
- Deion Sanders: Buffs "better win" Axios · 1d ago
- Fueled by 3-9 finish, Deion Sanders, Colorado ready for 2026 ESPN · 1d ago
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