Injuries can abruptly end careers and alter dreams. Colorado has seen it firsthand. WR Omarion Miller suffered a season-ending leg injury against K-State in October 2024, leaving the field in a wheelchair after a huge reception. Then, former walk-on RB Charlie Offerdahl was forced to retire in July 2025 due to repeated concussions, despite earning a scholarship just a year earlier. And HC Deion Sanders honored his choice, keeping his scholarship and emphasizing player safety. Now, another junior faces a similar battle, highlighting the harsh reality of the game.

Well, he’s no ordinary player. At IMG, Gabe Landers thrived under a grueling schedule, balancing morning practices with afternoon classes in a system built like a college campus. “ Getting to play with so many of the best

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