Colorado Suffers Crushing Loss to Oregon, Sanders Remains Optimistic
Colorado faced a devastating defeat in Week 4, as they were brutally defeated by Oregon. The game was essentially over before the second quarter even started, putting Deion Sanders’ team through their first taste of adversity this season. However, Sanders remains determined to keep his team focused and motivated, despite the setback.
With a formidable USC team, led by the reigning Heisman Trophy winner Caleb Williams, set to face Colorado this week, one might expect Sanders to be downcast and upset about the Oregon loss. Yet, his mindset couldn’t be more different. Coach Prime refuses to let the defeat dampen the high energy and work ethic of his team heading into Saturday’s game.
“We’re still on a high,” Sanders declared. “We’re not on a seesaw. We don’t go up with the weight coming down. We rock steady. We’re still on a natural high, still working our butts off to achieve perfection. We’re still loving what we’re doing, doing what we love.”
While the loss to Oregon may have been disheartening, it has allowed Sanders to reintroduce the underdog mentality to his team. He believes this role is necessary in college football.
“I’m loving our kids, our staff, our community,” Sanders expressed. “I’m loving the support, the student body. I’m loving every bit of it. I can’t wait to see how they show up and show out…David has got to have a Goliath. If David doesn’t have a Goliath, he doesn’t get to use his stones.”
Sanders’ assessment is fitting, as Colorado once again finds themselves in the underdog position. USC opened as 21-point favorites, a substantial line for a Pac-12 game expected to draw a vast audience. However, if Colorado manages to pull off an upset, it would be attributed to the resilient mentality that Sanders instilled following their loss to Oregon.
Despite the setback, the Colorado community continues to rally behind their team, eagerly anticipating their clash with USC at Folsom Field. Sanders’ unwavering optimism and the support from the community provide a strong foundation for the team to build upon as they move forward.
As Saturday approaches, all eyes will be on Colorado and whether they can defy the odds and emerge victorious against a formidable opponent. Sanders’ leadership and the team’s unyielding spirit will undoubtedly play a significant role in their pursuit of success.