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Shannon Sharpe hits Colorado’s Deion Sanders with harsh reality about necessary recruiting fix

Colorado football finds itself in a precarious position under head coach Deion Sanders, who is facing mounting pressure after a dismal start to the 2025 season. The Buffaloes have now lost four consecutive games, including a 27-24 defeat to Utah on Saturday, extending their Big 12 conference losing streak to three games.

With just two wins on the season—against Georgia Tech and Weber State—the program’s struggles have intensified, raising questions about Sanders’ leadership and recruiting approach. Former NFL player Shannon Sharpe criticized Sanders’ focus, arguing that the coach must prioritize building relationships with recruits beyond his star power.

"It ain’t about you, it’s about these kids," Sharpe emphasized, suggesting Sanders needs to engage more personally with prospective players to secure commitments. Despite the losses, Sanders acknowledged the team’s resilience, noting their refusal to surrender in the Utah game, though the effort fell short.

Colorado’s next challenge comes this Saturday against Oklahoma State, with fans and analysts growing impatient as Sanders’ future at the helm remains uncertain amid a $26 million buyout clause.

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