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Deion Sanders identifies Colorado football's best position group for 2026

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 15, 2026, 8:38 PM

Last updated Aug 15, 2026

Deion Sanders identifies Colorado football's best position group for 2026
Summary

On August 15, 2026, at Colorado's Fall Sports Media Day, head coach Deion Sanders named the linebackers as the strongest position group on the team. Sanders praised the unit for their performance and leadership, particularly highlighting transfer Gideon Lampron, who had a standout previous season at Bowling Green. The group has been bolstered by additional experienced players like Liona Lefau from Texas. As the Buffaloes prepare for their season opener against Georgia Tech on September 3, they will rely on the linebackers to establish a strong defensive presence under new defensive coordinator Chris Marve.

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  • •Deion Sanders named linebackers the best position group for Colorado.
  • •Gideon Lampron impressed during camp, excelling in leadership.
  • •Liona Lefau joins from Texas, adding experience to the unit.
  • •Colorado opens the season against Georgia Tech on September 3.
  • •Chris Marve is implementing a new defense ahead of the opener.
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  • 8:38 PMYahoo Sports — Deion Sanders names Colorado football's top position group for 2026
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Deion Sanders called Colorado football's linebackers the best position group on the roster, highlighting transfer Gideon Lampron.

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