Colorado football staff faces challenge after losing OL Jordan Seaton to LSU
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 10, 2026, 2:58 AM
Last updated Aug 10, 2026
Deion Sanders' Colorado football team is tasked with an extensive rebuild of its offensive line for the 2026 season. The departure of star tackle Jordan Seaton to LSU has amplified the challenge, as the Buffaloes lost all five starters. Offensive run game coordinator Gunnar White explained the team's strategy of experimenting with linemen combinations to ensure they have the best possible lineup ready. With nine transfer offensive linemen and six returners in the mix, the Colorado coaching staff is working toward developing a versatile line that can withstand injuries and departures throughout the season.
- •Jordan Seaton departed Colorado for LSU, impacting the offensive line significantly.
- •Colorado has lost all five starters from last season's offensive line.
- •Gunnar White emphasizes the need for versatile combinations on the line.
- •The team has nine transfer offensive linemen and six returners competing for spots.
- •Colorado seeks to develop a deep rotation of 10 to 12 capable linemen.
- 2:58 AMYahoo Sports — Deion Sanders' Colorado Staffer Confirms Major Challenge After Losing No. 1 OL to SEC Powerhouse
"Deion Sanders’ Colorado enters 2026 rebuilding its entire offensive line from scratch after losing all five starters. The biggest blow came when star tackle Jordan Seaton departed for LSU, an SEC powerhouse that backed up its offer with a massive NIL package.
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