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Quarterback Shuffle

Sanders' QB Switch Backfires

Deion Sanders' decision to bench Julian Lewis for Isaac Wilson has sparked questions about the Colorado Buffaloes' quarterback situation, leaving fans wondering

LSLeona Shah
Sep 30, 2026 · Updated Sep 30, 2026 · 2 min read
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Deion Sanders' decision to bench Julian Lewis for Isaac Wilson has sparked questions about the Colorado Buffaloes' quarterback situation.

  • Deion Sanders' quarterback switch has sparked controversy.
  • Julian Lewis' performance has been questioned.
  • Isaac Wilson's rise to prominence has been noted.

Deion Sanders' Quarterback Conundrum

Deion Sanders' decision to bench Julian Lewis for Isaac Wilson has sparked questions about the Colorado Buffaloes' quarterback situation.

The Numbers Don't Lie

According to 247Sports, Julian Lewis is a four-star recruit and the 10th-ranked quarterback in the 2025 class. In his three games, Lewis threw for 609 yards and four touchdowns to two interceptions while completing 69 percent of his passes.

A Change in Strategy

However, Lewis' performance in the first half of his Big 12 debut was lackluster, completing only 11-of-16 passes for 75 yards. In contrast, Isaac Wilson boosted the offense by leading multiple scoring drives and threw a game-tying 17-yard touchdown to junior receiver Joseph 'JoJo' Williams early in the fourth.

Wilson's Rise to Prominence

Wilson completed 12-of-25 passes for 156 yards and a touchdown in the second half, with an average yards per pass of 6.4, an increase compared to Lewis' 4.7. Despite the improved performance, the Buffaloes still fell to a 23-13 loss.

Deion Sanders Takes Responsibility

Deion Sanders took responsibility for benching Lewis, stating that he doesn't know what Lewis needs to improve after being benched. Sanders also praised Wilson, saying he did his job after coming in and that he was a little shaky and nervous when he came in, but then he calmed down and got the team down the field.

The Quarterback Conundrum Continues

Deion Sanders' decision to bench Julian Lewis has sparked questions about the Colorado Buffaloes' quarterback situation. With the team's 2-2 record, Sanders believes his team is better than their record suggests, but they need to find out why they are not winning despite being better than their opponents.

Context and Sources

The decision to bench Lewis was not taken lightly by Sanders, who has been vocal about his team's performance. In a post-game press conference, Sanders stated, 'I don't know what Julian needs to improve on, but I do know that Isaac did his job.' This statement suggests that Sanders is looking for a spark to ignite his team's offense, and Wilson's performance may have been the catalyst for this change.

The quarterback conundrum continues for Deion Sanders and the Colorado Buffaloes, with questions surrounding Julian Lewis' performance and Isaac Wilson's rise to prominence. While Lewis' numbers may not be spectacular, his in-game experience and leadership may be valuable assets to the team. On the other hand, Wilson's performance in the second half was impressive, and his ability to lead scoring drives may be exactly what the Buffaloes need to turn their season around.

Will Deion Sanders stick with Isaac Wilson as the starting quarterback, or will Julian Lewis regain his spot? The next few games will be crucial in determining the quarterback situation, and fans will be eagerly watching to see how Sanders and his team respond to this change. With the team's 2-2 record, there is still plenty of time for the Buffaloes to turn their season around and make a push for the playoffs.

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