The Colorado Buffaloes’ season has started poorly, and frustration among fans is growing. With a 2-4 overall record and 0-3 in conference play, supporters have voiced their disappointment loudly. Recently, attention turned toward Warren Sapp, the team’s new pass-rush coordinator, after a strange pre-game ritual sparked backlash online.
A controversial pre-game routine
Before the Week 6 matchup against TCU, Sapp shocked Buffaloes fans with behavior that many found bizarre. According to The Sports Rush, a viral video shows Sapp wearing headphones while kicking over pylons and nodding his head to the rhythm of his music. The clip spread quickly, and fans were left puzzled by what they saw.
Social media users immediately reacted, demanding an explanation. Many assumed it was some sort of personal ritual Sapp performs before every game, but that didn’t stop the criticism. Fans on X (formerly Twitter) expressed their frustration, writing comments such as:
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“Why? I don’t like this…”
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“I know he’s not dressed like a damn player, haha. This Colorado circus keeps on giving.”
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“Kicking pylons and taking L’s. Congrats, Warren.”
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“This is why we suck.”
Warren Sapp’s pregame tradition: kicking over the pylons pic.twitter.com/jfoniUHvqG
— Romi Bean (@Romi_Bean) October 4, 2025
Observers noted that Sapp wore black shorts, a long-sleeved shirt, and white tights, an outfit some said looked nothing like that of an NFL-level coach.
Sapp’s role and growing criticism
Warren Sapp joined the Buffaloes in 2024 as a senior quality control analyst, later promoted to pass-rush coordinator under head coach Deion Sanders. His arrival brought excitement at first due to his Hall of Fame background, but his sideline behavior and pre-game antics have raised eyebrows among fans and analysts alike.
While Sapp’s intention may have been to motivate players or lighten the mood, many believe the Buffaloes need focus and discipline, not distractions. As losses pile up, every move from the coaching staff is under scrutiny — and Sapp’s ritual has only added fuel to the fire for disappointed Colorado fans.
