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‘Not a Single Ounce of Humility,’ ‘More Gaslighting From Coaches’ — CFB Fans Rip Colorado OC Brennan Marion’s Controversial Response To Question

Colorado offensive coordinator Brennan Marion faced sharp backlash from fans and analysts after his defensive response to a question about managing the Buffaloes’ struggling run game. Colorado has managed just 83 and 78 rushing yards in its last two losses, a stark drop from earlier performances where the team consistently topped 180 yards per game.

Marion’s insistence that the offense’s recent struggles are a new challenge for him—despite his prior success at UNLV, where he led a record-setting run game averaging 251.2 yards per contest in 2024—sparked criticism. Fans and commentators, including Jason Whitlock, accused him of lacking humility, with some calling his tone dismissive and his answers unconvincing amid Colorado’s 2-3 start and offensive stagnation, including a 7-point outing in one of its last three games.

The criticism extended to Marion’s handling of questions about balancing carries among his running backs, with observers noting his immediate defensiveness. Colorado’s offense ranks last in the Big 12, averaging just 18.6 points per game, and fans questioned whether his leadership aligns with the team’s competitive needs.

The backlash highlights growing frustration with the Buffaloes’ coaching staff, particularly as Marion’s past success at lower-tier programs contrasts sharply with Colorado’s current struggles.

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