Colorado Buffaloes embrace critics as Deion Sanders enters 2026 season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 20, 2026, 10:30 PM
Last updated Jun 20, 2026
The Colorado Buffaloes, led by Deion Sanders, are focusing on self-motivation as they gear up for the 2026 season. After a mixed 2023 season with a record of 9-4, the team seeks to use outside criticism as fuel for improvement. Phillip Dukes mentioned a determined mentality within the program, emphasizing a 'Screw 'em' attitude towards naysayers. The Buffaloes are approaching the season with the lowest projected win total in the Big 12, indicating lighter expectations amidst their desire to succeed.
- •Colorado hired Deion Sanders in December 2022.
- •The team finished with a 9-4 record in 2023.
- •Criticism from outsiders is being used as motivation.
- •Projected win total for Colorado is the lowest in the Big 12.
- •Phillip Dukes describes team's focus as determined and self-motivated.
- 10:30 PMYahoo Sports — Colorado embracing doubters as Deion Sanders enters 2026 season
"Colorado is using criticism as motivation entering 2026, with the Buffs focused on themselves amidst the outside noise.
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