# Colorado Buffaloes program restructuring

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/colorado-buffaloes-program-restructuring
> Updated: 2026-08-26T18:15:49.000Z. Sources: 4. Developments: 2.

The Colorado Buffaloes football program is undergoing significant restructuring following a 3-9 record in 2025 and a reported 67 percent drop in ESPN television ratings compared to the initial viewership during Deion Sanders’ debut. 

To address performance issues, the program has implemented coaching changes, appointing Brennan Marion as offensive coordinator and Chris Marve as a defensive leader. The team is adopting a ‘Go-Go’ offensive scheme designed to utilize RPO concepts and create one-on-one matchups. 

Heading into the 2026 season, the roster has been overhauled with over 20 new starters, including former USC quarterback Julian Lewis. Assistant linebackers coach Andre Hart noted the roster features a combination of Power 4 players and high-production athletes from the FCS level. The team's new strategy and roster depth will face an initial test in Week 1 against Georgia Tech.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-26: Colorado Buffaloes prepare for 2026 season with roster overhaul

Colorado football head coach Deion Sanders is preparing for the 2026 season with a revamped roster and coaching staff following a disappointing 2025 campaign.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/colorado-buffaloes-prepare-for-2026-season-with-roster-overhaul

### 2026-08-19: Colorado Buffaloes TV ratings drop 67 percent amid coaching changes

Colorado Buffaloes TV ratings on ESPN reportedly dropped 67 percent from 2023 to 2025, as the program implements new coaching and offensive schemes to boost production for the 2026 season.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/colorado-buffaloes-tv-ratings-drop-67-percent-amid-coaching-changes

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