Colorado football evaluates potential successor to coach Deion Sanders amid uncertainty
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 28, 2026, 7:17 PM
Last updated Oct 28, 2026
Colorado football is considering a coaching change, with speculation surrounding coach Deion Sanders' future following recent performances. The Buffaloes have only three wins in their last 15 games, prompting discussions about possible replacements. Athletic director Fernando Lovo may eye Jason Eck, currently at New Mexico and previously connected to Lovo. Financial implications complicate matters, as Colorado faces a buyout of over $25 million if they decide to dismiss Sanders. Meanwhile, no formal steps have been taken towards a coaching transition as Sanders remains at the helm.
- •Sanders has a record of 3-12 over his last 15 games.
- •Lovo might consider Jason Eck as a potential replacement.
- •Financial implications present a barrier to firing Sanders.
- •No formal search for a new coach has been initiated yet.
- 7:17 PMYahoo Sports — Colorado football rumors: 1 top target to replace Deion Sanders if Buffaloes decide to pull trigger on firing
"Colorado football could consider a familiar connection for athletic director Fernando Lovo if the Buffaloes move on from head coach Deion Sanders. A change remains uncertain, with the financial cost of a dismissal complicating the situation for Colorado . The discussion follows coaching firings at NC State and Baylor. Three FBS jobs now stand open […] The post Colorado football rumors: 1 top target to replace Deion Sanders if Buffaloes decide to pull trigger on firing appeared first on ClutchPoi
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