Locked On Buffs - Daily Podcast on Colorado Football and Basketball

Relive the electrifying highs of the Deion Sanders era at Colorado as iconic moments are ranked and dissected—from Travis Hunter’s unforgettable pick at TCU that signaled the Buffs arrival, to Coach Prime’s viral “Do you believe now?” postgame declaration that stamped his style on college football’s biggest stage. The Buffs’ wild overtime thriller over Colorado State, fueled by Jay Norvell’s bulle...

Texas Tech stirs Big 12 controversy as fan frustration and rumors swirl about a possible move to the SEC. Can the Red Raiders back up bold ambitions with on-field dominance, or are they risking alienation in an evolving conference landscape? The panel breaks down Texas Tech’s restless stance, fan reactions to perceived slights, and the potential fallout of seeking greener pastures outside the Big...

The Colorado Buffaloes find themselves at the center of social media whirlwind after quarterback Julian Lewis's strikingly honest remarks at Big 12 media days. With Lewis acknowledging last season’s “high school free ballin’,” questions swirl about Colorado’s preparation, Pat Shermer’s hands-off approach, and just how much Shador Sanders masked deeper schematic flaws. The narrative now shifts as n...

Deion Sanders had plenty to say about the current state of Colorado football recruiting, and in today's episode of Locked On Buffs, Kevin Borba breaks down what Coach Prime's comments really mean for the future of the Buffaloes. Is Colorado changing its recruiting philosophy, or is Deion simply doubling down on the blueprint that has already transformed the program? We dive into the biggest takeaw...

Colorado continues to build momentum on the recruiting trail with another huge addition, landing four-star offensive tackle Dewey Young. Adding a player of Young's caliber is another sign that Deion Sanders and his staff are making offensive line recruiting a top priority, and it's paying off in a big way. Elite programs are built from the inside out, and Colorado is clearly investing in the trenc...

The Big 12 preseason all-conference teams have been released—and not a single Colorado player made the cut. Is it media bias, or are analysts sleeping on the Buffaloes’ revamped roster? Kevin Borba dives into the snubs, questioning how stars like Danny Scudero (San Jose State transfer with 88 catches and nearly 1,300 yards last season) and Demetrius Hunter could be left off the list, and suggestin...

A surprising recruiting rivalry is brewing as Colorado and Ole Miss go head-to-head for top Mississippi talent. With offensive line coach Gunner White leveraging deep Mississippi ties for Colorado and Ole Miss countering with staunch in-state recruiting, these programs are clashing over high-profile names like Ben'Jarvius Schumaker and Antonio Berry. Twitter beefs, rapid-fire flips, and cryptic co...

With both Colorado and Kansas State coming off disappointing campaigns, can Deion Sanders and Colin Klein engineer instant turnarounds in the new-look Big 12? Kevin Borba and Christian Rauh dig deep into how the Buffaloes’ radical offseason overhaul—highlighted by 50+ new faces and Brendan Marion’s explosive Go-Go offense—might finally ignite some fireworks in Boulder, despite a brutal 2024 schedu...

Respect or gauntlet? Colorado Buffaloes command national attention as Brett McMurphy and national analysts confirm the Buffs will navigate college football’s hardest schedule this season. With 11 Power Four opponents, road trips to Georgia Tech, Northwestern, and Baylor, and home games against Big 12 heavyweights Texas Tech and Utah, Colorado is set for a trial by fire. Can Deion Sanders and his s...

The Colorado Buffaloes continue to build momentum on the recruiting trail as Deion Sanders and the Buffs land three-star running back Kylan Bobo. On today's Locked On Buffs, Kevin Borba breaks down what Bobo brings to Colorado's 2027 recruiting class, why he chose the Buffs over Arkansas, Memphis, and Minnesota, and how Coach Prime continues to win key recruiting battles across the country. Bobo i...

Deion Sanders and the Colorado Buffaloes are shattering expectations, recruiting at a pace Boulder hasn’t seen in years. With 18 commits already on board and a wave of East Coast momentum led by Darius Darren Box and Rashad Rich, Colorado is eyeing 21-22 signees before the dust settles. As the Buffs set their sights on Mississippi standout Kylan Bobo, Kevin Borba and Jack Carlough break down the s...

Florida State legend Jalen Ramsey gives a stunning stamp of approval to Coach Prime, telling Colorado players that, if he were in their shoes, “it would have been no Florida State” — a major shot across the bow of his alma mater and validation for Deion Sanders’ culture-building in Boulder. Kevin Borba and Jay Smith unpack the significance of Ramsey’s remarks, how NFL stardom and mentorship have b...

Colorado Buffaloes surge on the recruiting trail with the weekend commitment of three-star wide receiver Ryan Ferdinand out of Palm Beach Lakes, Florida, beating out strong pushes from Cincinnati and Pitt. The 5’10” playmaker brings versatility, explosive after-the-catch skills, and fits perfectly with Colorado’s Go Go offense under Coach Prime—who continues to turn Florida into a key recruiting p...

Utah and Colorado brace for a pivotal Big 12 clash amid transformative offseasons for both programs. With Morgan Scalley stepping in as Utah’s head coach—preserving continuity while raising new expectations—and Deion Sanders overhauling his Colorado staff and roster, the stage is set for a high-stakes matchup between teams taking very different approaches. Can Colorado’s “Go Go” offense and revamp...

Colorado just landed another massive recruiting victory. On today's episode of Locked On Buffs, Kevin Borba breaks down four-star linebacker Kaylon Bailey's commitment to Colorado over national powerhouse Ohio State. Why did Deion Sanders and the Buffaloes win this recruiting battle? What does Bailey bring to Colorado's linebacker room, and how does his commitment impact the Buffs' 2027 recruiting...

Big 12 sends shockwaves through college football as legal battles with Texas Tech and Attorney General Ken Paxton escalate. Can the conference maintain control, or is Texas Tech setting itself up as an outcast—or even an SEC contender? The Big 12 Squad breaks down the legal firefight over Brennan Sorsby’s eligibility, Cody Campbell’s defiance, and what these moves mean for the Big 12’s future. The...

The Colorado Buffaloes keep stacking wins on the recruiting trail even through a wild and turbulent week, as Deion "Coach Prime" Sanders and staff snag another key commitment in 3-star linebacker Jamir Daniels Portis. Amidst rumors and rival Twitter drama, Colorado’s recruiting class holds firm at 16 commits, climbing back to 43rd nationally and highlighting big wins over established powerhouses l...

Colorado’s recruiting trail turned chaotic as a major four-star defensive line commit, Ben Jarvius Shoemaker, flipped to the Buffs from Ole Miss—then stunned the program by flipping back just hours later. In a whirlwind 24 hours that sent shockwaves through Buff Nation, Colorado endured multiple high-profile decommitments, including running back Stephen Alexis (to Illinois) and Jaden Lindsay (to N...

Colorado lands a game-changing commitment as top-100 defensive lineman Benjarvus Shoemaker flips from Ole Miss, electrifying the Buffaloes’ recruiting momentum and silencing trench doubters. With Coach Prime redirecting his focus from the transfer portal to high school recruiting, Colorado’s staff is stacking blue-chip talent and stealing SEC targets, boasting 16 commits and their highest ranking...

Colorado football suffered a recruiting hit as three-star offensive lineman Jaiden Lindsay flipped his commitment from Deion Sanders and the Buffaloes to North Carolina. Lindsay originally committed to Colorado earlier this month and was viewed as a key piece of the Buffs' 2027 recruiting class before reopening his recruitment and choosing the Tar Heels. What does this loss mean for Coach Prime, C...

Colorado football hits a flashpoint as legendary Buffs Darian Hagan and Chad Brown call out the disconnect between the program’s celebrated past and its rapidly expanding Coach Prime-era fanbase. With debate swirling over forgotten alumni, jersey retirements for Travis Hunter and Shedeur Sanders, and a perceived lack of inclusion, the rift between “old guard” and new fans widens. Does the administ...

As the Colorado Buffaloes gear up for the upcoming season, uncertainty swirls around key positions and schematic changes. Is Juju Lewis ready to command a complex offense, or will his development lag in Boulder’s pressure cooker? With a challenging early schedule and high expectations, the team faces tough calls on how long to let young talent grow before shifting direction. Running back hierarchy...

Deion Sanders and Colorado land near the bottom of the latest Big 12 coaching rankings, sparking disbelief and pushback from Kevin Borba. Is Coach Prime really being underestimated, or do his recent results justify the skepticism? Kevin Borba dives deep into the logic (and flaws) behind Brett McMurphy’s controversial list, comparing Sanders’ progress and adaptability against peers like Scott Frost...

Texas Tech’s quarterback saga reaches a stunning turning point as Brendan Sorsby exits college football following a high-profile gambling scandal—leaving the Red Raiders scrambling and the Big 12’s power balance reshuffled. With Sorsby out, legal battles averted, and mental health defenses scrutinized, the supplemental draft awaits while Will Hammond steps into the spotlight coming off a major inj...

As Deion Sanders and the Colorado Buffaloes gear up for 2026, a wave of high-impact transfers is primed to reshape both sides of the ball. Center Demetrius Hunter, a Houston transfer with 25 collegiate starts, steps in as the new anchor for an offensive line desperate for stability and experience. On defense, former Notre Dame blue-chipper Cree Thomas has already asserted himself as a cornerback o...