Sun Sep 15 14:19:39 UTC 2024: ## Deion Sanders Sparks Controversy After Colorado’s Late-Game Offensive Push Against Colorado State
**Fort Collins, CO** – Colorado Buffaloes head coach Deion Sanders’ decision to continue attacking offensively in the closing minutes of Saturday’s 28-9 victory over the Colorado State Rams has sparked controversy. Despite a commanding lead and a chance to take a knee and end the game, Sanders opted to keep the offense on the field, leading to several deep passes and a fourth-down play that saw quarterback Shedeur Sanders take a hit from a 300-pound defensive lineman.
This decision came just a week after Shedeur Sanders left the previous game with a head injury, raising concerns about player safety. It also followed a contentious week filled with trash talk from Colorado State players, who boasted about their ability to upset the Buffaloes. Sanders responded to this disrespect by alleging that a Colorado State player elbowed a Buffaloes coach during warmups.
“We want to score,” Sanders said during the post-game press conference, when asked about the final drive. “The game is about scoring, ain’t it? I don’t know protocol. You should’ve called me and told me when to pull off. As long as the other team is trying to score, we’re trying to score. That’s my rule.”
While Sanders defended his strategy, many observers criticized his decision to potentially put his players in harm’s way for the sake of a bigger lead. Colorado’s decision to run up the score also drew comparisons to Rutgers’ win against Howard last month, when head coach Greg Schiano opted to run an offensive play instead of taking a knee with a commanding lead. Schiano justified his decision by stating his players deserved to play and get reps.
Colorado, now a member of the Big 12, will look to continue their momentum as they face off against Baylor next week. The controversy surrounding Sanders’ late-game decisions, however, may continue to draw attention in the coming days.
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