ESPN host says Shedeur Sanders’ Heisman hype is over with ‘terrible’ Colorado

The Colorado Buffaloes are preparing for their second year under head coach Deion Sanders. The team had a promising start to 2023 with an undefeated non-conference schedule, but their performance dipped as the season went on, culminating in a disappointing 4-8 record. Still, it was a marked improvement over their dismal one-win season before Coach Prime came along. Now that Colorado is moving to the Big 12, the Buffaloes are aiming for further progress, with some optimists even suggesting the team could contend for the College Football Playoff.

ESPN commentator criticizes Deion Sanders as a Hollywood star who acts as a coach

However, not everyone shares that opinion about Sanders and the Buffaloes. On a recent episode of the Paul Finebaum Show, the college football commentator expressed his doubts about the Buffaloes’ prospects. When asked about star quarterback Shedeur Sanders’ chances of winning the Heisman Trophy, Finebaum bluntly described Colorado as “terrible” and argued that it was an obstacle that CU’s quarterback could not overcome.

“I think it’s about momentum,” Finebaum said. “You start with big numbers. I mean, Shedeur Sanders, could he accept that his dad’s team is going to be terrible? I don’t think so, no.”

According to ESPN’s Football Power Index, Colorado is ranked near the bottom of the Big 12. The projected win total for the Buffaloes is 5.5, according to bookmakers. Despite these challenges, there are several reasons for cautious optimism for Colorado fans.

The three-game improvement in Sanders’ first season is a positive development and suggests the program is moving in the right direction. The presence of Shedeur Sanders at quarterback could be a game changer. His performance will be critical to the team’s success and if he can improve his play, it could significantly affect Colorado’s fortunes.

The road ahead for the Colorado Buffaloes is undoubtedly tough. They must overcome a challenging schedule and analyst skepticism to make a lasting impression in the Big 12. However, with the leadership of Deion Sanders and the talent on the team, the Buffaloes have the potential to surprise their critics and make progress toward becoming a competitive force in college football. The upcoming season will be a crucial test of their resilience and ambition.