Kevin Borba dives into the high-stakes world of Colorado football, putting the spotlight squarely on five-star freshman quarterback Julian Lewis. The Buffs’ offense, potential bowl dreams, and even a playoff run all hinge on Lewis’ ability to bring consistency and a game-breaking presence to Deion Sanders’ squad. Will Lewis be the next Shadeur Sanders—an unflappable field general—or will growing pains force the Buffs to pivot?

Breaking down the state of Colorado’s QB depth, Kevin Borba assesses transfer Isaac Wilson’s dual-threat upside, his journey from losing confidence at Utah to regaining swagger in Boulder, and how Canel Sweet Wine’s athleticism could provide a different dimension if called upon. Each quarterback has strengths: Lewis’ deep-ball precision, Wilson’s experience and mobility, and Sweetwyne's explosive running ability. The discussion also explores how Brennan Marion’s Go-Go offense is designed to maximize these talents, making the quarterback battle one of the most pivotal storylines for the Buffs’ future.

Can Colorado finally establish a seamless succession plan at QB, or will history repeat itself with instability after a star departs? With the best wide receiver group in the Big 12, offensive firepower is unquestioned. The question is: Can Lewis take the leap and keep Colorado in the playoff conversation—or will the Buffs’ fate fall to Wilson or Sweet Wine if adversity strikes? All eyes are on the quarterback room as Colorado aims for stability, high-octane offense, and a shot at rewriting its Big 12 legacy.

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Spring football has wrapped in Boulder, but three critical questions haunt Colorado’s offseason: Will Julian Lewis be ready to command the Buffs’ offense? Can Coach Prime reload this roster in the transfer portal—again? And will the defense find answers at key positions before the season kicks off? Kevin Borba dives deep into Colorado’s quarterback situation, expressing both his confidence in Julian Lewis’s elite potential and concern over his readiness to ignite the Buffs’ attack in hostile early-season road matchups. Amid hints from Brennan Marion that Lewis is “coming around the mountain,” the question looms: Can Colorado flip the switch at QB in time to chase a Big 12 title?

Portal season may be technically closed, but Kevin Borba makes it clear—plenty of athletic talent still waits for a call. He analyzes linebacker depth, secondary concerns, and the need for plug-and-play additions from experienced transfer targets. Names like Cardell Williams and Aiden Keanaaina pop up as potential difference-makers, while the Buffs’ thin margins at tight end and offensive line demand urgent attention.

On defense, Kevin Borba questions if new faces and proven playmakers like Cree Thomas and Boo Carter can deliver lockdown coverage in Deion Sanders’s high-pressure man scheme. Is the defensive front ready? Will linebacker depth hold? And just who will step up opposite Thomas at corner? Colorado’s championship aspirations rest on finding those answers fast. As the Buffs turn the page on spring, critical roster moves and the final emergence of leaders will shape whether Colorado is a dark horse contender or still searching for an identity in Year 2 under Coach Prime. Can the portal provide late help? Will the new quarterback deliver under fire? These burning questions will define Colorado football’s next chapter.

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Big 12 basketball’s NIL arms race intensifies as Oklahoma State and West Virginia surge past BYU and Texas Tech with headline-grabbing transfer portal moves. Can Oklahoma State’s spending power and West Virginia’s strategic recruiting vault them into the conference elite? Jake Hatch spotlights BYU’s portal strategy and lingering questions at center, while the squad debates if any team can keep pace with the league’s escalating competition. Off the court, rumors swirl around Cody Campbell’s son and the potential for seismic shifts in Big 12 football power dynamics. West Virginia baseball’s electric offense and pitching depth push them into the national conversation, even as BYU battles pitching concerns and Oklahoma State scrambles to rebuild a depleted staff. From Houston’s uneven portal rankings to the drama of Friday night games, every team is fighting for postseason position. Is a new Big 12 baseball hierarchy emerging—or will traditional powers reassert control as the season heats up?

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On today’s episode of Locked On Buffs, host Kevin Borba breaks down why Colorado is being doubted far too much heading into its 2026 Week 1 matchup against Georgia Tech. While many are quick to question the Buffaloes, Kevin explains why that skepticism may be misplaced and why Colorado has a real opportunity to start the season strong. He also takes a closer look at Georgia Tech, highlighting several major roster and coaching changes that are flying under the radar. From key departures to new adjustments, Kevin explains why the Yellow Jackets may not be as stable as many believe.

Borba breaks down why the hiring of Brennan Marion could be the difference-maker for Colorado football in 2026. With high expectations surrounding the Buffaloes, Kevin explains how Marion’s offensive mind and creative play-calling could elevate the entire program. From his innovative approach to maximizing quarterback play and explosive weapons, Borba dives into why this move may be one of the most important of the offseason. He also discusses how Marion’s system fits Colorado’s roster and why it could be the key to competing at a higher level this season. Borba breaks down why Colorado has a real chance to upset Georgia Tech in its 2026 season opener.

Borba explains how the Buffaloes’ offense has the firepower to score against anyone, no matter the opponent, giving them a dangerous edge in Week 1. He also discusses the new mentality surrounding the program, with confidence and belief playing a major role in this team’s mindset. With doubters everywhere, Colorado has the perfect opportunity to make a statement, silence critics, and prove they are being overlooked heading into the new season.

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Deion Sanders and the Colorado Buffaloes took a chance and brought in one of the best athletes in college football in Tennessee transfer Boo Carter. The former blue-chip recruit was shown the door in Knoxville despite being an All-SEC player, but had some off-the-field issues. Now that he is in Boulder, host Kevin Borba thinks that Colorado can unlock him in a way that Tennessee maybe wasn't able to. Borba dives into how Carter's versatility and Prime's vision for him may keep everyone happy.

Deion Sanders issued a warning to a certain set of players that they aren't where they need to be. Borba breaks down which position groups he thinks Sanders was discussing, and why those groups are so important to Colorado's success.

Colorado QB Julian Lewis will make or break the team's ceiling in 2026. If he lives up to the hype, Colorado can be contending for a Big 12 title. If he struggles, Colorado could be looking at another sub .500 season that puts people's jobs at risk. No pressure right?

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As the Colorado Buffaloes gear up for the 2024 season, depth chart mysteries linger following the enigmatic spring game. With Julian Lewis tipped as the clear leader at quarterback, Kevin Borba dives into murky positional battles raging at running back and wide receiver, where the likes of Damien Henderson, Richard Young, and DeAndre Moore jockey for spotlight snaps in Brendan Marion’s dynamic Go-Go offense. Kevin Borba delivers insider perspective on key position groups, from left tackle shakeups and offensive line rotations—highlighting Bo Healey, Leon Bell, and Jose Soto—to tight end Zach Atkins’ expanded role.

Expect position battles to stretch into fall, with explosive newcomers Ernest Campbell and Boo Carter turning heads as potential game-changing wild cards on both sides of the ball. Switching to hoops, Kevin Borba breaks down the impact of recent portal departures, including leading scorer Isaiah Johnson and rim-protector Bang.

With Colorado losing size and scoring, questions surround Tad Boyle’s future and the program’s recruiting priorities—will the Buffs pursue international prospects or mid-major transfers in a bid to rebuild, or does the team risk falling further behind in a loaded college basketball landscape? Can Colorado’s calculated portal gambles and emerging wild cards deliver for Coach Prime on Saturdays this fall? And is the basketball program facing a reset year with talent questions and coaching concerns stacking up? The path forward for Buffs fans is anything but certain. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://cms.megaphone.fm/channel/locked-on-buffs Locked On College Conferences, HBCU, Basketball & More 🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnCollege #Colorado #DeionSanders #ColoradoBuffs #collegefootball Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official.

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With Colorado’s spring game in the books, Kevin Borba gives his take on a much-clearer — but still unsettled — defensive depth chart as the Buffs look to fix glaring issues from last season. Can new portal additions like Toby Anene, Santana Hopper, and Cree Thomas transform a unit that was gashed by the run and lacked any bite up front? Kevin Borba dives into the trenches first, highlighting physical standouts like Hopper and Anene, and assessing whether newcomers like Ezra Christensen or Quincy Wiggins will emerge as interior anchors. At linebacker, it’s all about the high-end duo of Gideon Lampron and Leona Lafau — but depth remains a huge question mark with little experience behind them. The secondary takes center stage with a fierce competition at corner. Cree Thomas dazzled all spring, but questions linger opposite him as transfers and returning Buffs jockey for the CB2 spot. Kevin Borba explores whether hard-hitting safeties Nate, Randon, and Jaja Boyd could factor into the nickel if no corner steps up, and dissects how the new attitude and aggression in the secondary matches Coach Prime’s bold vision. There’s no sugar-coating it: run defense must improve for Colorado to even sniff bowl eligibility this fall. Kevin Borba lays out the numbers, the positions still up for grabs, and exactly why portal depth could make or break the Buffs’ 2024 campaign.

Plus, a breakdown of Colorado’s $6 million fundraising win, what it means for NIL, facilities, and Coach Prime’s future, and rapid-fire thoughts on Tad Boyle’s first hoops portal addition, Noah Fedderson, as Buffs basketball faces its own rebuild in the new Big 12. If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official.

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Will the Buffs’ new-look defense finally show the toughness needed to contend, or is another rocky season ahead in Boulder?

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The Colorado Buffaloes were able to pull off a huge win on the recruiting front, landing four-star quarterback Andre Adams out of Tennessee. With 7,000+ career passing yards and 2,000+ career rushing yards, Adams has a chance to be the most dynamic quarterback of the Deion Sanders era. Host Kevin Borba is joined by Locked On's recruiting insider, Brian Smith, as he breaks down Adams' film, and what he brings to the table for Deion Sanders.

Colorado quarterback Julian Lewis was ranked near the bottom of the Power 4 quarterbacks in college football. Borba dives into why he thinks that is the case, but also why he thinks that could eventually change.

Lastly, there is internal beef in Boulder...

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