Deion Sanders isn’t afraid to make bold changes to Colorado’s coaching staff, that’s for sure.
Colorado parted ways with special teams coordinator Michael Pollock after going 3-9 during the 2025 season. His unit ranked 109th in net punting and had four blocked kicks allowed.
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“When you go 3-9 and you’ve got coordinator attached to your name, you’ve got a bullseye on your chest. Sometimes, you have to make tough decisions with guys that you really care about who are even doing a great job,” Pollock said, via Colorado Buffaloes on SI. “The fans and people above us that are making decisions, they want to see some change, so that’s what has to happen. That’s the risk you take when you accept a coordinators role. That’s part of the business. There’s been a lot of great coaches out there in the history of this game that have had to move on from situations.”
Even though it’s already March, the Buffaloes have not yet named a special teams coordinator for the 2026 season.
According to Colorado reporter Harrison Simeon, the Buffaloes aren’t expected to have a special teams coordinator for the 2026 season. At least that’s Coach Prime’s plan at this time.
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Oct 11, 2025; Boulder, Colorado, USA; Colorado Buffaloes head coach Deion Sanders during the first quarter against the Iowa State Cyclones at Folsom Field. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images© Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images
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Deion has revamped his staff in Boulder.
Colorado had to promote linebackers coach Chris Marve to defensive coordinator after Robert Livingston agreed to become the defensive pass game coordinator for the Denver Broncos.
The Buffaloes also lost pass rush coordinator Warren Sapp. He announced his resignation in February.
“Warren Sapp has resigned from the CU football coaching staff to pursue other opportunities,” the university said in a statement. “CU Athletics thanks Warren for his contributions to our football program over the last two seasons and for his commitment to our student-athletes.”
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It’ll be fascinating to see how Sanders’ squad performs this fall, especially after going through such a rough 2025 campaign.
This story was originally published by The Spun on Mar 7, 2026, where it first appeared in the College Football section. Add The Spun as a Preferred Source by clicking here.
