Despite a strong start in 2023, the Colorado Buffaloes stumbled towards the end of the season. Now, under the leadership of Deion Sanders, the team will look to make a splash in their return to the Big-12 Conference.
The Colorado Buffaloes' 2023 football season began with a roar, as the team led by Deion Sanders pulled off a shocking upset over TCU and came close to toppling USC in one of their first matchups of the year. However, the joy was short-lived as the team lost eight of their last nine games, ending the season on a sour note.
Sanders' 2024 campaign has also faced its share of challenges, with the coach engaging in confrontations with the media. The team's prospects did not improve when the first Associated Press rankings of the season were released, with Colorado receiving only one vote to make the initial top 25 poll. Georgia took the top spot, while five Big 12 programs landed in the Top 25.
Colorado Looks to Make Big-12 Impact in 2024
Despite these setbacks, the Buffaloes remain optimistic as they embark on a new journey this season, debuting in the Big 12 Conference. The team will face a tough challenge in their season opener against North Dakota State, which finished last season 11-4 and reached the semifinals of the FCS playoffs.
Colorado's conference schedule begins on Sept. 21 against Baylor, a formidable opponent. The team's ranking of No. 11 in the Big 12 Conference preseason poll provides them with ample motivation to prove their worth.
Colorado Looks to Make Big-12 Impact in 2024
The Buffaloes gained significant hype at the start of the 2023 season, and it remains to be seen whether they can translate that hype into early success and sustain it throughout the season. With Deion Sanders at the helm, the team has the potential to make a significant impact in the Big-12 Conference.
Quarterback Shedeur Sanders and cornerback/wide receiver Travis Hunter are key players to watch. Sanders, the son of coach Deion Sanders, showed great promise in his first year as a starter, while Hunter is considered one of the top recruits in the country.
Colorado Looks to Make Big-12 Impact in 2024
The Buffaloes' defense also features standout safety Shilo Sanders, another son of Deion Sanders. With a talented roster and a coach who is not afraid to challenge his players, Colorado has the ingredients for a successful season in the Big-12 Conference.
The team's journey will be closely watched by fans and analysts alike, as they seek to prove that they can compete with some of the top programs in the country.
