They will be protected by a line that includes left tackle Jordan Seaton, who's a first-team All-Big 12 preseason pick. Miller leads a deep pool of receivers and Dallan Hayden hopes to ignite a rushing attack that averaged 65.2 yards per game, which was the worst among FBS teams.

Colorado head coach Deion Sanders is hoping to see more urgency from his players as the start of the 2025 season quickly approaches.

With quarterbacks Kaidon Salter and Julian Lewis competing at a high level, Jordan Seaton anchoring the offensive line, cornerback DJ McKinney emerging as a defensive anchor in the secondary, and wideout Omarion Miller returning to full health, the Buffs see themselves as Big 12 contenders.