Let’s go, Buffs fans! Coach Prime has done it again! Deion Sanders has been voted the 2024 Premier Coach of College Football, making him the first-ever two-time award winner. Fans first crowned him in 2022 for his legendary work with the Jackson State Tigers, and now he’s brought that magic to Boulder.
We all knew it would be a journey when Coach Prime took the reins at Colorado. The Buffs’ 2023 season was a rebuild in every sense, with Prime navigating the ever-changing landscape of college football—conference realignment, NIL deals, and the transfer portal’s wild ride.
But 2024? Oh, man. This was the year we all had circled. And Prime didn’t just meet expectations; he shattered them! The Buffs roared to a 9-3 record, a stunning turnaround after winning only four games the previous season. That’s right—Prime more than doubled the win total with just one full recruiting cycle.
It’s not just about bringing in star players (which he does effortlessly). It’s about building a team that can go toe-to-toe with the best. Colorado didn’t just compete in the Big 12—they were right there in the mix, finishing in a four-way tie for the top spot. A heartbreaking November loss to Kansas and tie-breaker rules kept them out of the title game, but don’t let that overshadow what this team accomplished.
And we have to talk about Travis Hunter. Prime knew precisely how to unleash his two-way superstar. Offense, defense—Hunter did it all, and he did it at a level we’ll be talking about for years.
How about that statement win to close the season? Colorado demolished Oklahoma State 52-0 in a game that screamed, “We’re just getting started!” Now, the Buffs are gearing up for the Alamo Bowl against BYU. A win there would give Colorado fans ten wins for the first time since 2016. Ten wins!
Coach Prime has brought the swagger, energy, and results. He’s turned Boulder into a football destination, and every fan can feel it. That makes him a fan favorite each year.