Deion Sanders Praises Colorado's Resilience After Narrow Loss to Utah The Colorado Buffaloes fought back from a 13-point deficit to nearly force overtime against the Utah Utes, but ultimately fell 27-24. Head coach Deion Sanders commended the team's determination and refusal to quit, viewing the loss as a sign of their potential rather than a failure. Colorado Buffaloes head coach Deion Sanders expressed pride in his team's effort despite a narrow 27-24 loss to the Utah Utes on October 17, 2026. The Buffaloes mounted a strong comeback, erasing a 13-point deficit and coming within a missed field goal of forcing overtime. Sanders praised the players' resilience and fighting spirit, noting that while the result was disappointing, the team's refusal to give up shows they are capable of competing at a high level in close games. He also acknowledged the support of the fans and expressed regret that the team could not secure a victory on family day.