Deion Sanders Set to Ignite the Rocky Mountain Showdown: What You Need to Know!

Boulder, Colorado — This Tuesday, the charismatic head coach of the University of Colorado, Deion Sanders, will take center stage as he addresses the media in anticipation of the highly anticipated Rocky Mountain Showdown against Colorado State. Fans and analysts alike are eager to hear his insights and game strategies ahead of this electrifying rivalry matchup.

Press Conference Details

The CU football press conference is scheduled for:

• Date: Tuesday
• Time: 10:30 a.m. MT

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Rivalry Game Overview

This year's Rocky Mountain Showdown promises to be a thrilling affair, especially following last year's nail-biting double-overtime victory where the Buffaloes triumphed over the Rams with a score of 43-35.

As the Buffaloes (1-1) look to bounce back from a disappointing 28-10 loss to Nebraska, the Rams (1-1) enter the game with momentum after a convincing 38-7 win against Northern Colorado. This clash is not just a game—it's a battle for bragging rights!

Upcoming Showdowns

Fans should mark their calendars, as the rivalry won't see another face-off until the 2029 season. Here are the future matchups:

1. Sept. 15, 2029 - Colorado at Colorado State
2. Sept. 14, 2030 - Colorado State at Colorado
3. Sept. 17, 2033 - Colorado State at Colorado
4. Sept. 16, 2034 - Colorado at Colorado State
5. Sept. 19, 2037 - Colorado State at Colorado
6. Sept. 11, 2038 - Colorado at Colorado State

Homecoming and National Broadcasts

In other exciting news, CU Athletics has announced that the homecoming game against Baylor on September 21 will kick off at 6 p.m. and be aired nationally on FOX. This marks a significant milestone as the Buffaloes will be featured on all four major networks this season—FOX, CBS, ABC, and NBC.

The Baylor game will also be the Buffaloes’ first Big 12 Conference game in 13 years, and tickets for this event sold out in record time!

What’s Next for Coach Sanders?

Colorado's season opener against North Dakota State was a massive hit, attracting an average of 4.8 million viewers, marking ESPN's highest-rated college football opener in seven years. Coach Sanders is certainly making waves in college football, and he’s aware that whether you love him or hate him, everyone wants to watch his program.

Buffaloes' Upcoming Schedule

Here’s a quick glance at the CU Buffs’ 2024 football schedule:

• Aug. 29 - CU defeats North Dakota State 31-26
• Sept. 7 - Nebraska defeats CU 28-10
• Sept. 14 - Colorado State at CU (5:30 p.m.)
• Sept. 21 - Baylor at CU (6 p.m.)
• Sept. 28 - UCF (TBA)
• Oct. 12 - Kansas State (TBA)
• Oct. 19 - Arizona (TBA)
• Oct. 26 - Cincinnati (TBA)
• Nov. 9 - Texas Tech (TBA)
• Nov. 16 - Utah (TBA)
• Nov. 23 - Kansas (TBA)
• Nov. 29 - Oklahoma State (10 a.m.)

What do you think?

• Will Deion Sanders lead the Buffs to victory against Colorado State?
• Is the hype around Coach Sanders justified, or is it just media sensationalism?
• How do you feel about the future of the