What happens when the OG of Colorado fandom meets the Heisman Trophy? Oh, it’s straight-up legendary, y’all. Peggy Coppom, the 100-year-old queen of Boulder, has been rooting for the Colorado Buffaloes longer than most of us have been alive. She’s ain’t just a superfan—she’s the heart and soul of this squad. And just when you think she couldn’t top herself, Peggy showed out this weekend, dropping a moment so fire that the internet can’t stop talking about it.
Thousands of fans lined up at the CU Events Center on Saturday for a click with the Heisman Trophy, which was brought to Boulder by Travis Hunter. And Peggy didn’t just check out Hunter’s shiny new Trophy—nah, she owned the spotlight. Out of nowhere, she hit the Heisman pose, and the crowd went wild. Laura Levy, the realtor for Coach Prime’s squad, snapped the iconic moment and posted it on X: “The most legendary image on the internet today. Peggy striking the Heisman… You’re welcome!” Fans from all over—Buffs diehards, casuals, even rival teams—flooded the comments with nothing but love. Some were crying happy tears, while others just called it what it was: pure greatness.
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The most legendary image on the internet today.
Peggy striking the Heisman . . .You’re welcome! pic.twitter.com/bpz3XkktGX
— Laura Levy (@lauralevyCO) December 21, 2024
We all know this ain’t Peggy’s first rodeo. She’s been rocking with the Buffs since way back in 1958, when she and her late twin sister, Betty, became season ticket holders. Since 1966, Peggy has missed only three home games. That’s a different level of greatness.
Her 100th birthday last month? Yeah, that was a whole vibe. Folsom Field was lit with 54,000 fans singing “Happy Birthday,” and Coach Prime himself pulled up to show her love. Add to that her CU Athletic Hall of Fame induction in 2022 and her own “Peggy100” merch line, and it’s clear: Peggy isn’t just a fan; she’s a straight-up icon. But the real action is yet to set.
Shedeur Sanders & Travis Hunter: one last ride
Peggy’s viral Heisman flex set the tone, but the real action’s about to go down in the Alamo Bowl. The Buffs are set to clash with No. 17 BYU on Dec. 28, and trust me, this one’s personal. It’s been 20 years since Colorado won a bowl game, and this squad is hungry. For Shedeur Sanders and Travis Hunter, it’s their curtain call before heading to the league, and you already know they’re about to leave it all on the field.
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Travis Hunter, man, he’s been on a different level all season. Two-way beast, highlight machine, and now, Heisman winner. Dude’s got hands, hops, and heart. “I love football, I love the guys I play with,” Hunter said recently. “The last thing I’d do is give up on them. I just go out there and ba-l out.” That’s big talk, but Hunter’s backed it up every step of the way.
Then there’s Shedeur Sanders, Coach Prime’s son, and the QB1, who’s been slinging that pigskin all season like it’s no big deal. His arm? 1st-round draft pick. His leadership? Unmatched. Together, he and Hunter have turned Colorado into a problem for every team in the country. From 4-8 last year to 9-3 now, the Buffs flipped the script like a Christopher Nolan’s blockbuster. BYU ain’t just gonna roll over, though.
These boys are sitting pretty at 10-2, and their defense is no joke. They’ve got weapons, they’ve got grit, and they’ve got a chip on their shoulder after missing the playoffs. But if there’s one thing this Buffs team has, it’s that dawg in them. With Hunter and Sanders leading the charge, you already know they’re coming for blood.
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Peggy’s Heisman pose might’ve been the warm-up, but the main event is right around the corner. Dec. 28 is more than just a bowl game—it’s a chance for Colorado to make history and send their stars out on a high note. And with Peggy cheering from the stands, don’t act surprised if this squad pulls off something special for Boulder and Peggy for one last time.
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