Colorado football opened the season with frustration after the Buffaloes fell to Georgia Tech, 27-20. With quarterback Kaidon Salter replacing Shedeur Sanders , the offense showed flashes but struggled to finish drives. Pat Shurmur , the offensive coordinator, faced criticism for his play-calling. However, Buffaloes head coach Deion Sanders strongly defended him , refusing to let the narrative focus on one side of the ball.

Deion Sanders reminded the media that Colorado football gave up nearly 400 rushing yards. “It's funny that you start out with Coach Shurmur and we gave up over 300 yards, darn near 400 yards, rushing,” Sanders said. “It's ironic to me. It seems like you guys pick and choose who you want to target.” His message was clear: the loss was not on Pat Shurmur alone

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