Deion Sanders dismisses three defensive backs from Colorado roster

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Last updated Oct 3, 2026

Deion Sanders dismisses three defensive backs from Colorado roster
Summary

Colorado head coach Deion Sanders has dismissed defensive backs Jah Jah Boyd, Justin Eaglin, and Paul Omodia from the team ahead of their matchup with No. 10 Texas Tech. This decision leaves the Buffaloes with a depleted defensive backfield. Boyd had made notable contributions with 13 tackles in the initial games of the season, while Eaglin and Omodia were also expected to play significant roles. The team now must rely on a thin roster to face Texas Tech, raising concerns about their defensive capabilities.

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  • •Jah Jah Boyd, Justin Eaglin, and Paul Omodia removed from the roster.
  • •Team faces Texas Tech with limited defensive back options.
  • •Boyd recorded 13 tackles in the first three games of the season.
  • •RJ Johnson likely to start at cornerback against Texas Tech.
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  • 10:17 PMYahoo Sports — Colorado confirms identities of three players kicked off team by Deion Sanders
  • 9:28 PMYahoo Sports — Colorado identifies three players dismissed by Deion Sanders
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The University of Colorado has confirmed the identities of the three players recently kicked off the team by coach Deion Sanders

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Deion Sanders dismissed three defensive backs from the Colorado roster, leaving the team thin at an already top-heavy position.

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