Deion Sanders blows up as Colorado collapses

What started as a revolution in Boulder now feels like it’s falling apart. Deion Sanders, the charismatic head coach of the Colorado Buffaloes, is going through his most difficult stretch since arriving in 2023. After two brutal losses—by 46 and 35 points—the project that once promised to restore pride to the program is now in serious trouble. And “Coach Prime” isn’t hiding his frustration anymore.

According to Marca, Colorado has already suffered more losses than last season, with three games still left to play. The contrast is staggering: in 2024, the Buffaloes finished with nine wins, the second-best record in two decades, and earned a spot in the final AP Top 25 poll. Now, Deion Sanders seems focused on simply preventing the season from ending in total collapse.

Losing consistency

The offense, which last year thrived thanks to the talent of Shedeur Sanders and Travis Hunter (both now in the NFL), has completely lost its rhythm. The team has allowed over 50 points in back-to-back games, and the lack of response has triggered alarms. Internal tension spilled into the public eye through a video posted by Deion Sanders Jr., showing the coach harshly criticizing his players’ effort and the coaching staff’s commitment. “How are we supposed to win like this? That’s highway robbery!” shouted Sanders, visibly upset.

“Football is not my business…she’s like my lady, she’s like my wife… I wish I could go out and play corner right now.”

Deion Sanders on his love for the game ⬇️ pic.twitter.com/Dl1rLbNFnn

— FOX College Football (@CFBONFOX) November 4, 2025

Looking for answers, Deion Sanders made a bold move. He handed over offensive play-calling duties to tight ends coach and passing game coordinator Brett Bartolone. Bartolone took the reins in the most recent game, another blowout loss—52-17 at home against Arizona. But the issue runs deeper than the playbook.

Regaining control

The quarterback position has been a revolving door. Kaidon Salter and Ryan Staub have rotated without success. Now, Deion Sanders and his staff are turning to freshman JuJu Lewis, who’s set to start against West Virginia. It’s a move aimed at the future, but it also reflects the urgency to find stability.

Coach Prime and Shedeur Sanders during their pregame walk:

“I miss you boa—I missed these walks and these talks.”

🎥@DeionSandersJr pic.twitter.com/oz7ZCK9siO

— GUCCE🦬🐦‍⬛ (@gucceCU) November 2, 2025

Deion Sanders came to Colorado with a promise: to turn a 1-11 team into a contender. And for a while, he delivered. But this season has tested his leadership like never before. The pressure is mounting, the results aren’t coming, and Coach Prime needs to regain control before the entire project falls apart.