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Deion Sanders expresses pride despite Colorado loss to Utah

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 18, 2026, 8:10 AM

Last updated Oct 18, 2026

Deion Sanders expresses pride despite Colorado loss to Utah

Summary

Deion Sanders, head coach of Colorado, displayed unusual optimism after his team's 27-24 loss against Utah on October 14. Colorado trailed 13-0 at halftime but mounted a comeback to take a brief 14-13 lead in the third quarter. Despite their fourth consecutive loss, Sanders praised his team's effort, acknowledging their determination until the end. Although Colorado fell to 2-4 this season, Sanders noted that the players showed fighting spirit, which he deemed worthy of recognition despite the defeat. Colorado now has a record of 2-14 against power conference teams since Sanders took over.

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By the Numbers

•Colorado lost to Utah 27-24 at home.
•The Buffaloes briefly led 14-13 in the third quarter.
•Deion Sanders expressed pride in his team's effort post-game.
•Colorado's record under Sanders is now 2-14 against power conference teams.
•Isaac Wilson threw for 256 yards, with two touchdowns and two interceptions.

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8:10 AMYahoo Sports — Deion Sanders and Colorado lost to Utah, so why was he so 'proud' afterward?

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Coach Deion Sanders lost his fourth game in a row at Colorado, this time to Utah at home. So then why did he seem so upbeat after the game?
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