Archive · 5 Jun 2025
Ex-NFL Scout Weighs in on Colorado's Quarterback Dilemma
Deion Sanders, the coach of the Colorado Buffaloes, has to pick a new quarterback now that his son is going to play professional football.
He has two players to choose from: a transfer student named Kaidon Salter and a freshman named Julian Lewis.
An expert, who used to be an NFL scout, thinks it's important to play both quarterbacks.
He believes that if the team doesn't play Julian Lewis, he might leave the team.
The expert suggests having both quarterbacks play to help them learn and to make sure the team stays strong.
Deion Sanders faces a quarterback decision for the 2025 season after Shedeur Sanders goes to the NFL.
Former NFL scout Gerald Dixon advises against benching freshman Julian Lewis due to transfer portal risks.
Colorado is evaluating Liberty transfer Kaidon Salter and freshman Julian Lewis for the quarterback position.
Dixon recommends a two-quarterback system with clear expectations to manage both players' development.
The quarterback choice is seen as critical to the Colorado Buffaloes' future success.
- Who
- Deion Sanders, Kaidon Salter, Julian Lewis, and Gerald Dixon.
- What
- Colorado is choosing a quarterback for the 2025 season.
- When
- For the 2025 season.
- Where
- Colorado
- Why
- To determine the future of the team.
Team Strategy
Potential for Player Retention
Quarterback Decision Impact
Team Strategy
Playing Julian Lewis is crucial to prevent his transfer.
Potential for Player Retention
Choosing the starting quarterback will impact the team's performance.
- Deion Sanders Role
- Coach of Colorado Buffaloes
- Gerald Dixon Role
- Former Alabama player and ex-Buffalo Bills scout
- Kaidon Salter
- Transfer from Liberty
- Julian Lewis
- Freshman quarterback
- Sacks of Shedeur Sanders last year
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