Deion Sanders just flipped the script on what “preparing for a bowl game” looks like. Most squads would hit up the film room or run drills this close to game day. But nah, not Coach Prime. The coach took his boys for a little trip to SeaWorld San Antonio on Christmas Day. Yeah, you heard that right. While most folks were unwrapping their presents, Deion and the Buffaloes were out here holding stuffed Penguins, throwing deuces, and vibin’ like they already handled BYU. Call it the calm before the storm, or just Deion doing Deion things. Either way, this squad knows how to mix business with pleasure.

SeaWorld ain’t just some random pit stop, though. This place got a vibe. Marine animals, wild rides, and a squad of vets making sure the animals are Gucci 24/7. Deion even dropped pics on Twitter, flexing alongside Shedeur Sanders, Travis Hunter, Deion Jr., and Jordan Seaton — the All-American freshman OT. But guess who ain’t show up? Shilo Sanders. The squad looked lit, though, posing with peace signs and big smiles. Deion captioned it: “SeaWorld San Antonio, thank you.” Like, even in chill mode, Coach Prime stays marketing.

Look, don’t get it twisted — this little getaway ain’t just about fun and games. Deion knows his Buffs are walking into a war zone come Saturday against No. 17 BYU. This team’s 9-3 season was straight chaos, and they missed the College Football Playoff by a hair. Now they’re pulling up to the Alamodome, ready to handle the last business meeting of the year. And let’s not forget, this game is bigger than just a W. It’s Shedeur Sanders’ and Travis Hunter’s ‘Hasta la Vista’ before they dip for the 2025 NFL Draft. This is the last time we see these dudes rocking that Buffalo gold.

Now, don’t act like Deion’s private jet entrance didn’t make noise. Man landed in San Antonio with a custom Buffaloes-themed Boeing, like he was starring in his own movie. That’s Prime for you — always doing the most, always owning the moment. It’s giving “calm before the storm” vibes, but let’s be real, this is Deion’s world, and we’re all just living in it. The Christmas trip to SeaWorld? That’s just him sprinkling some extra sauce on an already iconic season. You gotta respect how he keeps his squad grounded but hyped.

Things you need to know about Deion Sanders’ Buffaloes and BYU before the game

Look, this ain’t no prediction. This is just basic X and O’s you might need to know before the game. When Colorado and BYU hit the Alamodome this Saturday, it’s gonna be fireworks, no doubt. Both squads had College Football Playoff dreams but fumbled the bag late in the season. BYU’s out here with a 10-2 record under Kalani Sitake, a coach who’s been holding it down for 9 seasons. They were this close to making the Big 12 title game, but back-to-back losses to Kansas and Arizona State had other plans. BYU’s QB, Jake Retzlaff — aka “BYJew” — is the real jew deal, throwing for 2,796 yards and 20 TDs. Don’t sleep on their defense either; 27 turnovers ain’t nothing to scoff at.

Meanwhile, Colorado’s got Coach Prime, Shedeur, and the human cheat code Travis Hunter. Shedeur’s 3,926 passing yards and 35 touchdowns had the Buffs looking like contenders all year. And Hunter? Man did everything but sell popcorn in the stands. Heisman, Biletnikoff, 1,152 receiving yards, 14 TDs, and 4 picks on defense. Colorado’s 9-3 season was solid, but that upset by Kansas on November 23? It stung. A win here would give the Buffs their first 10-win season since 2016. And trust, Prime ain’t about to let that slip away without a fight.

This game ain’t just about stats, though. It’s about two squads with something to prove. BYU wants to show it belongs in the Big 12 mix, and Colorado’s out to remind everyone that they are more than “Social Media” team. With Shedeur and Hunter playing their last college snaps and Deion’s fingerprints all over the Buffs’ resurgence, this game’s got all the makings of an instant classic.