Deion Sanders, head coach of the Colorado Buffaloes football team, expressed frustration with the late kickoff time for Saturday's game against Kansas State, questioning the rationale behind scheduling the game so late in the evening.
Deion Sanders, the charismatic head coach of the Colorado Buffaloes football team, is not happy about the late kickoff time for Saturday's Big 12 matchup against Kansas State. The game is scheduled to start at 10:15 p.m. ET, a time that Sanders believes is disadvantageous to his team.
"Who does that to us? Who does that," Sanders asked during Thursday's episode of the Colorado Football Coaches Show, referring to the late kickoff time. "Who has the power to sit up there and say ‘Yeah, I’m going to make them play at 8:15 (local time)?'"
Deion Sanders Questions Late Kickoff Time for Colorado's Game Against Kansas State
Host Mark Johnson pointed out that television networks typically schedule late kickoffs for games they believe will generate high viewership, adding that "this is what happens when you’ve got a program that everyone wants to see."
"But how stupid is that? How stupid is that," Sanders continued. "It’s not smart for a television executive to say we’re going to put this game on at this time because you’re thinking about eyeballs. You’re thinking about selling merchandise on the commercials. You’re thinking about all that. Why would you do it at that time when half of America is asleep?"
Deion Sanders Questions Late Kickoff Time for Colorado's Game Against Kansas State
Sanders, who has been praised for his charisma and player development, has guided the Buffaloes to a 4-1 record this season, including a pair of Big 12 wins. The team's success has generated excitement and buzz around the program, with many fans eagerly anticipating the matchup against Kansas State.
However, the late kickoff time has drawn criticism from some who believe it could put the Buffaloes at a disadvantage. Critics argue that the late start will make it more difficult for fans to attend the game and that it could affect the team's preparation and performance.
Deion Sanders Questions Late Kickoff Time for Colorado's Game Against Kansas State
The Buffaloes will be facing a tough challenge in Kansas State, a ranked opponent that is also coming off a bye week. Sanders acknowledged the Wildcats' strength but expressed confidence in his team's ability to compete.
"Kansas State is a good football team, but we're going to go out there and give it our best shot," Sanders said. "We're going to play hard, we're going to play smart, and we're going to try to win the game."
Despite his concerns about the late kickoff time, Sanders remains focused on preparing his team for Saturday's game. He knows that a victory over Kansas State would be a significant statement for his program and would further enhance his reputation as a rising star in the coaching ranks.
The matchup between Colorado and Kansas State is expected to be a competitive one, and the late kickoff time adds an additional layer of intrigue to the contest. Whether the Buffaloes can overcome the late start and pull off an upset remains to be seen, but one thing is for sure: Deion Sanders and his team will be ready to give it their all.
