Sport: Football Category: Scores & Results

Deion Sanders takes blame for failed fake punt in loss to Texas Tech

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 4, 2026, 6:46 PM

Last updated Oct 4, 2026

Deion Sanders takes blame for failed fake punt in loss to Texas Tech

Summary

Deion Sanders acknowledged his role in the Colorado Buffaloes' failed fake punt during their game against Texas Tech on October 4, 2026. The attempt occurred in the third quarter as Colorado led 7-3 at halftime, but the team couldn't score further and ultimately lost 29-7. The Buffaloes struggled in the second half, committing four turnovers and missing two field goals, which contributed to Texas Tech's 26 unanswered points. The defeat marks Colorado's third consecutive loss, dropping their record to 2-3 overall and 0-2 in Big 12 play. The Buffaloes now enter a bye week before facing No. 13 Utah.

Source Links

Yahoo Sports

By the Numbers

•Colorado led Texas Tech 7-3 at halftime.
•Failed fake punt occurred on 4th-and-7 from own 46-yard line.
•Colorado committed four turnovers and missed two field goals.
•Texas Tech scored 26 consecutive points in second half.
•Buffaloes sit at 2-3 overall and 0-2 in Big 12 play.

Latest Updates

6:46 PMYahoo Sports — Deion Sanders Makes Blunt Confession After Failed Colorado Fake Punt vs. Texas Tech

What they're saying

"
Deion Sanders took responsibility for the Colorado Buffaloes’ failed fake punt in the third quarter against Texas Tech. The decision came as the Buffaloes struggled after halftime. Colorado could not score in the second half and eventually lost 29-7. The failed fake punt was one of several mistakes that hurt the team after the break. […] The post Deion Sanders Makes Blunt Confession After Failed Colorado Fake Punt vs. Texas Tech appeared first on Gridiron Heroics.
— Yahoo Sports

Related Teams & Leagues

Football