Colorado Buffaloes Football Team Faces Size Criticism

The Colorado Buffaloes football team hasn’t been in the news much since their spring game. At that point, college football had taken a three-month hiatus. For fans, each spring game felt like a refreshing break. Headlines focused closely on the Buffaloes’ physical size, as it was a much-discussed topic among fans and analysts.

The team’s physical stature led to widespread comparisons, with some saying they resembled a high school team. As summer workouts wrapped up and fall camp commenced, it became clear that many were eager to see the changes in the team’s strength and conditioning.

Notably, the Colorado football social media account recently posted a video that appeared to show a Pop Warner team running drills. This confusion highlighted the ongoing chatter about the team’s size. Upon further clarification, it was indeed the Buffaloes practicing for the 2026 season. This incident sparked even more online commentary.

Head Coach Deion Sanders is frequently observed during team warmups, as was the case in a game against the Kansas Jayhawks in Missouri. Yet, many fans and pundits questioned the work of the strength and conditioning staff, given the team’s physical appearance.

The comparison to high school teams, especially ones from Texas, continues to be a talking point. The initial post about the team drew numerous comments questioning the team’s size and capabilities.

Online observers and fans seem aligned in their concerns for the team. Many foresee the Buffaloes finishing at the bottom of the Big 12. The focus remains on notable players like former five-star quarterback Julian Lewis. However, questions loom about the team’s ability to contend with larger opponents.

Coach Sanders, known for his speed during his playing days, might need his team to rely on similar attributes to compete effectively this season.