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Colorado OC Invokes Shedeur Sanders’ Colorado History to Defend Julian Lewis’ Struggles Under Deion Sanders

Colorado offensive coordinator Brennan Marion has drawn parallels between the current struggles of quarterback Julian Lewis and the early-season difficulties faced by Shedeur Sanders when he first arrived in Boulder. Marion noted that Sanders, who transitioned from Jackson State after years of training under his father, also experienced a rough initial period before developing into a top-tier college passer.

In contrast, Lewis, who skipped a year of high school football before joining the program, has faced immediate pressure to perform without a similar adjustment window.

Lewis was named the starting quarterback for the 2026 campaign but has failed to produce against Power Four opponents, leading to him being benched after a poor first half against Baylor. While Shedeur Sanders eventually led the Buffs to a 9-4 record in his final season, Marion argues that Lewis is still a work in progress who requires more time to become comfortable in the system.

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