Deion Sanders expresses assurance about the quarterback position at Colorado
Deion Sanders' Top Quarterback Options for Colorado Buffaloes in 2025 Season
Deion Sanders, the 58-year-old head coach of the Colorado Buffaloes football program, is entering his third year at the helm, and he's facing a crucial decision: who will be the starting quarterback for the upcoming 2025 season?
Two promising candidates have emerged: Julian "JuJu" Lewis, a 17-year-old freshman, and Kaidon Salter, a transfer from Liberty University.
Lewis, a highly-touted passer, has been praised for his strong arm and has been described by teammates as having a "pure God-given arm." Salter, on the other hand, brings valuable experience to the team as the 2023 Conference USA Player of the Year. His dual-threat skill set adds mobility and playmaking versatility to the Colorado offense.
Sanders has not yet named a definitive starter and is considering using both quarterbacks in a creative rotation. He believes that both Lewis and Salter can play well and the decision might remain a mystery until their season opener against the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets on August 29, 2025.
The Buffaloes will need to find a way to replace their previous standout quarterback, Shedeur Sanders, who is now in the NFL. The QB competition is pivotal for the team's offensive identity in 2025.
If Salter is the starting quarterback, the Colorado offense could have a new element with an athletic quarterback making plays through the air and ground. However, if Julian Lewis is the starter, the offense should look relatively the same as last season, given his strong passing abilities.
Regardless of who starts, Deion Sanders and the Colorado Buffaloes hope for more success next season, including a potential playoff appearance. The Buffaloes ended the previous season with a 9-4 record, but they lost their last game of the season, the Alamo Bowl, against the BYU Cougars with a score of 36-14.
With two talented quarterbacks vying for the starting spot, the competition is heating up in Boulder. Fans can expect an exciting season as the Buffaloes aim to make a splash in the 2025 college football landscape.
References:
- Buffaloes Wire
- 247Sports
- Rivals
- Sports Illustrated
