Colorado's disappointing 2026 season continued with a 20-10 loss to Arizona State last weekend that did not feel as close as the final score. Deion Sanders spoke Tuesday on the state of his program after another uninspiring loss.
He discussed Colorado's upcoming matchup against No. 16 Houston and the team's widespread offensive struggles, whether he would make a change at offensive coordinator, and he specifically praised his linebacker room.
Despite the Buffs' 3-6 record, Sanders remains confident in his staff and players and takes full responsibility for the team's struggles, not throwing any of his staff under the bus, especially struggling offensive coordinator Brennan Marion. Colorado is averaging 19.8 points per game, last in the Big 12
and tied for 123rd out of 138 teams nationally.
He also offered high praise for Houston quarterback Conner Weigman, who presents another difficult challenge for Colorado's defense. Sanders did note that there are matchups his team likes against the Cougars
Here are a few notable takeaways from Sanders' weekly press conference.
Deion Sanders not considering a change at offensive coordinator
Deion Sanders has changed offensive play-callers multiple times in his four-year tenure as Colorado's head coach, including last season, when he replaced Pat Shurmur with Brett Bartolone. He gave a firm answer Tuesday when asked about replacing Brennan Marion, simply saying "no."
He added later that he has confidence in "everyone," including his coordinators Marion and Chris Marve.
Linebacker room continues to be the program's top position group
Sanders went out of his way to bring up his linebacker room, a group he called the best position on the team during fall camp.
"I remember that room was tremendously criticized last season, and you [the media] haven't applauded it," Sanders said. "I think Coach Hart was attacked last year, right? Applaud him."
Sanders also credited Marve for getting the linebackers lined up correctly and in position to make plays. Linebacker Gideon Lampron is coming off back-to-back Big 12 Defensive Player of the Week honors.
Deion Sanders takes full blame for recent struggles
As he has for most of his tenure, Sanders refuses to blame anyone but himself. He did that again Tuesday, taking full blame for the team's recent struggles.
"This is not indicative of who we think we are," Sanders said. "I think the coordinators are doing a phenomenal job, the best they can. The kids are fighting. We’re just not getting it done, I’m not getting it done. Don't say we. I'm soory. Scratch that, I'm not getting it done. All the way around, offensively, defensively, special teams."
Deion Sanders gives high praise to Houston QB Conner Weigman
Conner Weigman has had an outstanding second year at Houston and is a dynamic dual threat that will be a tough challenge for Colorado's defense. Deion Sanders is not taking Weigman's ability lightly.
"He's one of the best quarterbacks in the country," Sanders said. "They don't give him the credit he deserves."
Sanders did add, however, that the Buffaloes do have "matchups we like, but we have to have a balanced attack."
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