Who says Jerry Jones isn’t a football genius? The man didn’t just help to nearly double his good friend Deion Sanders’ salary. Our man Jerry also helped to make sure that an NFL rival — such as, oh, say, the New York Giants — would have a heck of a time prying Coach Prime out of Boulder. Well, at least if said rival had an inkling to do so before New Year’s Day 2027. The … [Read more...] about Grading The Week: Did CU Buffs’ Deion Sanders get assist from Cowboys’ Jerry Jones in historic new contract?
Inside Deion Sanders’ 5-year, $54 million contract extension with CU Buffs
Deion Sanders vowed to put CU Buffs football back on the national map. Now it looks as if he and the administration are serious about keeping them there. The CU Buffs football coach and the University of Colorado agreed to a school-record five-year, $54 million contract extension that ties Coach Prime to Boulder through the 2029 season. As part of the agreement, Sanders will … [Read more...] about Inside Deion Sanders’ 5-year, $54 million contract extension with CU Buffs
CSU Rams football opens spring practice with optimism, excitement
FORT COLLINS — Football returned to Colorado State on Tuesday, as the Rams began spring practice in the shadow of Canvas Stadium looking to build on what they accomplished last fall. While many familiar faces return from last year’s 8-4 team that made the program’s first bowl appearance since 2017, there are also many new ones, both on the field and on the sideline. As head … [Read more...] about CSU Rams football opens spring practice with optimism, excitement
Domata Peko thrilled for opportunity to coach CU Buffs’ defensive line
Colorado defensive line coach Domata Peko during a spring football practice at the Indoor Practice Facility in Boulder, Colo., on March 15, 2025. (CU Athletics) Following retirement from a 15-year NFL career, Domata Peko was content with enjoying time off in 2021. “I took like a year off, where I didn’t do much football,” the former Cincinnati Bengals and Denver Broncos … [Read more...] about Domata Peko thrilled for opportunity to coach CU Buffs’ defensive line
Football: CU Buffs’ DJ McKinney ready to take next step as player, leader
Colorado cornerback DJ McKinney during a spring football practice at the Indoor Practice Facility in Boulder, Colo., on March 15, 2025. (CU Athletics) Before DJ McKinney even steps foot on the field, he makes a good impression. “When you watch DJ walk in the room, you’re like, ‘Oh my God, that’s a (top) guy,’” Colorado defensive coordinator Robert Livingston said. Watch … [Read more...] about Football: CU Buffs’ DJ McKinney ready to take next step as player, leader