"THEY GOING TO HATE THIS 1 PRIME!": Former NFL superstar has special message for Deion Sanders after OT win against Baylor

Former Dallas Cowboys star Dez Bryant had a special message for Deion Sanders after Colorado's thrilling 38-31 overtime win against Baylor on Saturday.

The Buffaloes kicked off their Big 12 campaign in style, with the game coming down to a dramatic first-and-goal from the 2-yard line. Baylor needed a touchdown to push it into a second overtime, but the Buffaloes held firm.

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Following the nail-biting finish, Bryant took to X, posting a light-hearted message with a laughing emoji:

“THEY GOING TO HATE THIS 1 PRIME! Deion Sanders. Great team win!”

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In overtime, Colorado struck first with a one-yard touchdown run from Micah Welch. On Baylor's possession, they drove to the 2-yard line, but hybrid standout Travis Hunter sealed the victory by forcing a crucial fumble.

Hunter recorded his fourth straight 100-yard receiving game with seven catches for 130 yards. Quarterback Shedeur Sanders led the way with 341 passing yards, two touchdowns and a score on the ground.

After the game, Coach Prime made a heartwarming gesture, awarding the game ball not to a player but to Colorado’s athletic director Rick George.

Now 3-1 on the season, Colorado is preparing for their next challenge, a trip to Florida to face UCF on Saturday, Sept. 28.

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Deion Sanders issues an apology after tense Baylor-Colorado clash ends in chaos

Deion Sanders apologized after chaos erupted at the end of Saturday night’s Baylor-Colorado game.

Colorado fans stormed the field twice before the game was over. The PA announcer urged them to clear the field as officials ruled a late fumble. After the final whistle, coach Deion Sanders addressed the situation:

“That’s not professional,” he said via Tyler King of the Denver Gazette. “I wanted to shake [Baylor head coach Dave Aranda's] hand and acknowledge him.”

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Despite the premature celebration, Sanders and the Buffaloes pulled off one of the wildest wins of the 2024 college football season, sealing an unforgettable victory.

Colorado dominated Baylor in total yards, racking up 432 to Baylor’s 314. They also controlled the clock, holding possession for an extra ten minutes.

Baylor Bears leaned heavily on their ground game, with 41 rushes that totaled 166 yards.

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While acknowledging the dominance of professional leagues like the NBA and NFL, Asif is drawn to the raw energy and unpredictability of college sports, particularly football and basketball.

Jalen Hurts stands out as Asif's all-time favorite college player, celebrated for his remarkable success on the football field and impressive leadership skills.

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