“Not Based on Emotions”: Coach Prime Breaks Down Decision-Making Approach After Colorado’s Disheartening Defeat

Following the sad 34-31 defeat at the hands of the Arizona Wildcats, the Colorado Buffaloes lost one of their three remaining chances to make it to the Super Bowl. Performance-wise, Colorado star QB Shedeur Sanders and his team delivered a phenomenal showdown only to be shy of three points to beat No. 21 Arizona. 

Despite the loss, Colorado shone in its offense and special teams and dominated the first half 24-17. In the post-game conference, Coach Prime found himself talking about their new co-offensive coordinator, Pat Shurmur, as well as the collective team spirit of the Buffs. See Coach Prime Deion Sanders’ approach to decision-making.

Deion Sanders breaks silence on decision-making

Following the 34-31 defeat, Coach Prime brought his views in the post-game conference and expressed his regret in not being able to give the Colorado fanbase the play they wanted. However, the 56-year-old shed some light on his decision-making approach after being asked about their new co-offensive coordinator. With Deion Sanders basing his decisions not just on emotions but on facts, knowledge, and wisdom, perhaps he has a plan that most people are overlooking. 

Coach Prime’s decision to stick with Pat Shurmur has raised divided responses from fans. When he was asked if the extra week of training on their co-offensive Coordinator Pat Shurmur was worth it, the head coach said it tremendously helped the team. He said, “I make decisions not based on emotions. I make decisions based on facts… on knowledge and understanding and tremendous wisdom.”

Colorado falls to Arizona in a three-point shortage

It was such a disheartening loss for Colorado, who managed to lead the game with 24 points and 250 yards in the first half. Everybody who saw the game would’ve said the Buffs’ team spirit was over the top, with Deion Sanders’ star QB son, Shedeur Sanders, playing like he was on fire, finishing the game with 262 yards and two touchdowns. But sadly, the team’s performance wasn’t enough to beat Arizona.

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According to Coach Prime, collaborative effort is what made his team reach where they are right now. We have to be patient with Colorado because, as Coach Prime said, “Instead of going fast, I want to get it right.” But even so, Deion Sanders is losing his chance to usher the Buffaloes toward the Super Bowl because they need two more wins to qualify. 

It’s heartbreaking, especially to see Colorado losing their last home game of this season. Up ahead, the Colorado Buffaloes will meet the Washington State Cougars and Utah Utes. Deion Sanders will need to get things right sooner than later because right now, the pressure is bigger than ever before. 

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