Deion Sanders Reacts to Colorado's Narrow Win Over North Dakota State
In a thrilling opener for the Colorado Buffaloes, Coach Deion Sanders and his team barely edged out North Dakota State with a 31-26 victory on Thursday night, marking their first win of the 2024 season. The game, held at Folsom Field, proved to be a nail-biter right until the final seconds.
The Buffaloes looked poised to secure the win after a crucial pass interference penalty on North Dakota State extended their drive in the dying moments of the game. However, with 1:41 left on the clock, Colorado chose to pass the ball on first down, which stopped the clock. They were unable to gain the necessary yardage for a first down and had to punt the ball with just 31 seconds remaining. This left the Bison with a chance to orchestrate a dramatic final drive.
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North Dakota State's quarterback, Cam Miller, seized the opportunity, leading his team down the field with a series of completions that brought them to their own 47-yard line. With the clock ticking down, Miller launched a long pass, desperately seeking a miracle to end the game with a touchdown. The pass fell six yards short of the end zone but managed to slip through the hands of Colorado’s defenders, landing in the arms of Tyler Terhark. Despite Terhark's valiant attempt, the game clock struck zero, and the Buffaloes escaped with a hard-fought victory.
Coach Deion Sanders, known for his candid and colorful commentary, was less than thrilled with the narrow escape. “You don’t wanna know. I don’t use profanity, but I thought it,” Sanders admitted in his post-game interview. Despite his frustration, Sanders acknowledged the win and the progress made since the Buffaloes were trailing 17-14 at halftime.
Quarterback Shedeur Sanders had an impressive performance, throwing for 445 yards and four touchdowns. His standout play, along with significant contributions from receivers Travis Hunter and Jimmy Horn Jr., played a crucial role in the Buffaloes’ offense. However, the game was not without its flaws. Colorado’s defense struggled early on, allowing North Dakota State to score on their first four possessions. Yet, they tightened up in the second half, limiting the Bison to just six points after halftime.
Sanders reflected on the game’s close call, saying, “You ever felt like you won, but you didn’t win?” The win, though imperfect, was a positive start for the Buffs, who will look to build momentum in their upcoming road game against Nebraska. North Dakota State, meanwhile, will return home to face Tennessee State.
As the season progresses, Coach Sanders and the Buffaloes will need to address the areas of concern highlighted by this game, particularly in their clock management and defensive strategies. Despite the challenges, the Buffaloes’ resilience and ability to secure the win, even under pressure, demonstrate their potential for the season ahead.
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