Colorado Football Coach Deion Sanders’ Unexpected Move Leaves Transfer Players Speechless—What He Did Next Went Viral
Deion Sanders just flipped the script on how coaches handle players itching for a fresh start. Instead of locking horns over transfers or turning a blind eye to those stuck on the sidelines, Sanders orchestrated a full scrimmage exclusively for benchwarmers—many eyeing the elusive transfer portal—as if handing them a golden ticket to “portal fame.” It’s a move dripping with respect and savvy, giving these players live game tape to flaunt elsewhere without pressuring anyone to stick around. Now, here’s a question worth pondering: In an era where player movement can feel like musical chairs, could Deion’s approach become the blueprint for genuine player empowerment? This isn’t just PR; it’s a masterclass in leadership from a man who’s been there and gets it on a gut level. And man, with all the churn at Colorado, this kind gesture speaks volumes about treating folks right even amidst hard truths. Curious to see how far this ripple effect goes? LEARN MORE.
Colorado Buffaloes coach Deion Sanders made a quiet, classy move this week that has since gained traction on social media: he staged a full scrimmage for players who haven’t seen much game action, many of whom are considering the transfer portal, giving them live reps and fresh film to shop around. The gesture aimed to treat those players with dignity and help them market themselves, not to pressure anyone to stay.
NEW: Deion Sanders held a scrimmage for bench players to get film for the Transfer Portal
"I'm not crazy enough to think that all of you gonna be in this room next year."
(via @WellOffForever, h/t @GrantSpeaks1)https://t.co/7iRcUOknAZ pic.twitter.com/0FR3Y1vbkQ
— On3 (@On3sports) October 16, 2025
“A lot of you guys that don’t get to play, you gonna get your chance today,” Sanders said, via On3 on X, formerly Twitter. “Some of you gonna jump in the portal, this is the opportunity for you to get some portal fame.”
The move landed for a few reasons. Colorado has seen significant roster churn since Sanders arrived, and the transfer portal now serves as a lifeline for players seeking playing time and new opportunities. Sanders acknowledged reality when he told players, “I’m not crazy enough to think that all of you gonna be in this room next year,” while still offering support.
For players on the fringe, the scrimmage does two practical things, it creates usable game tape and it signals to other programs that Colorado will assist transfers rather than block them with animus. Sanders also said that he’s the kind of coach who will hype these players up and give them the tape however they want it; the main goal is to make them look as good as they possibly can.
Critics will say a lot of this is PR, and they’re not entirely wrong. Sanders has always married big personalities with headline-making moves. But this gesture shows exactly why Sanders is such a beloved figure not just in Colorado, but in college football as a whole. As a former player himself, he knows exactly what they are going through and does everything in his power to assist them.
At its core, the scrimmage reinforced something Sanders often says: treat people right, and good things follow. Following Coach Prime’s cancer diagnosis, this news hits home for Colorado fans who love to see their coach still sticking to his principles.
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