Deion Sanders faces critical game against Texas Tech amid struggles

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Last updated Oct 1, 2026

Deion Sanders faces critical game against Texas Tech amid struggles
Summary

Deion Sanders' Colorado Buffaloes are gearing up for a pivotal matchup against Texas Tech this weekend. The team is coming off a challenging stretch, having lost two consecutive games, including a significant 41-7 defeat to Northwestern. Sanders has made a quarterback change, benching five-star recruit Julian Lewis in favor of Isaac Wilson, as they look to turn around a disappointing season marked by player dismissals and a drop in performance. Following this game, the Buffaloes will face a tough schedule, taking on three ranked opponents consecutively.

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  • •Colorado has lost two straight games, struggling offensively.
  • •Isaac Wilson replaces Julian Lewis as starting quarterback.
  • •Texas Tech is currently ranked in the Top 15 this season.
  • •Next, Colorado will face ranked opponents after Texas Tech.
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