Deion Sanders and the Colorado Buffaloes have made a statement in the college football world with a stunning victory over TCU. Led by quarterback Shedeur Sanders, the Buffaloes pulled off a thrilling 45-42 win, marking their first true road opener victory since 1995.
Many college football analysts, including RJ Young of FOX Sports, had been keeping an eye on Coach Prime and his team. Young had even ranked Shedeur Sanders as his No. 1 contender for the Heisman Trophy back in December of last year. While not everyone believed in the potential of Coach Prime and his roster-building abilities, Young’s faith has been validated.
The win against TCU was a historic one for Colorado, as they became the first program to beat a ranked opponent in the 2023 season. Shedeur Sanders had a record-breaking performance, throwing for 510 yards, a school record, while Travis Hunter had an impressive performance with over 100 receiving yards and an interception.
Following this victory, the Buffaloes are now ranked among the 25 best teams in the country. If AP voters have integrity, Colorado should also be ranked for the first time since December 2020. This achievement further solidifies the credibility of Young’s preseason predictions and highlights the potential that Coach Prime and his team possess.
In addition to the Colorado win, other notable performances from Week 1 include Georgia’s dominant victory over UT-Martin, Michigan’s comfortable win against East Carolina, and USC’s impressive showing against Nevada. These teams, along with Ohio State, Penn State, and Alabama, are starting the season on a strong note and will be ones to watch as the season progresses.
College football fans can expect more exciting matchups and surprising results as the season unfolds. With Coach Prime and the Colorado Buffaloes making a statement, it’s clear that anything can happen in the world of college football.