Football fans were eagerly anticipating the Colorado Buffaloes’ spring game with legendary Deion Sanders at the helm. Last year’s spring game saw only 1,950 fans in attendance, but this year, the game was sold out, with a packed stadium and national media coverage (Front Office Sports). The game lived up to the hype, with Sanders’ coaching debut marked by his entrance onto the field with a 98-year-old superfan, kicking off a new era of Buffaloes football (Fox News).
Although Sanders kept his mic on during the game and provided live commentary for the crowd, there were no direct quotes to be taken from the coach. Sanders has been at the center of attention since his hiring in December 2021, and this game was no exception. During a press conference earlier this month, he was asked if he thought the national media would pick up on his story, which they did, with headlines throughout the nation (BuffZone).
Travis Hunter and Shedeur Sanders, Deion’s son, both stood out during the game, with Sanders Jr. connecting with Hunter for a touchdown that was widely shared on social media (Colorado Buffaloes Wire). Fans who could not attend in person were able to stream or listen to the game (CBS Sports, Colorado Buffaloes Wire).
Despite the excitement of the game, the usual Ralphie run was cancelled due to snow, much to the disappointment of CU Buffs fans (9News). However, the game still went on to a sold-out crowd, and the Buffaloes are gearing up for a big season. The 2023 football season schedule was announced, with season tickets already sold out (9News).
Overall, the Colorado Buffaloes’ spring game was a success that drew attention from national media and excited fans. The Deion Sanders era has officially begun, and football fans across the nation will no doubt be watching closely as the Buffaloes progress through the season.
