Debate Ignites as Colorado Football Alumni Shedeur Sanders and Travis Hunter Have Numbers Retired

Two standout Colorado football alumni are causing a stir as their numbers have now been retired by the university. Shedeur Sanders and Travis Hunter, who are expected to be top picks in the upcoming NFL Draft, have had their numbers, 2 and 12, retired this weekend. This move has sparked a debate among former players, including CU star Chad Brown.

Brown expressed his mixed feelings about the decision, acknowledging that while Sanders and Hunter are deserving of recognition, he also believes that past players who contributed to the program’s success should not be overlooked. He emphasized that only a few numbers have been retired by Colorado in the past, making this move particularly significant.

Brown’s comments shed light on the conservative approach taken by the program when it comes to retiring numbers, noting that the timing and lack of established procedures have raised eyebrows among alumni. He suggested that many former Buffaloes share his concerns about the decision.

Sanders and Hunter, who transferred from Jackson State with Deion Sanders, made a significant impact during their time at Colorado. Despite facing challenges in their first season, they bounced back in their second year, with Hunter even winning the Heisman Trophy. Both players are now poised to make a splash in the upcoming NFL Draft.