Shilo Sanders, the safety for Colorado, unfortunately had to exit the game against Nebraska in Week 2 due to a potential broken forearm, as confirmed by his coach and father, Deion Sanders. It’s a tough blow for the team, as Sanders may be sidelined for an extended period. He had to head to the locker room early in the first half after making two tackles in the opening quarter, with Colorado already trailing 14-0 at that point. The specifics of how Sanders got injured remain unclear, but his absence creates a gap in the secondary defense. 

 

As a sixth-year senior, Sanders had a strong season in 2023, starting all 11 games at safety and earning recognition in the All-Pac-12 team. Wearing his father’s iconic No. 21 jersey, he showcased his skills with 70 tackles, a pick-six, and four forced fumbles. With Sanders out, sophomore Savion Riley steps in as the next man up at safety, although he has limited experience in a Colorado uniform after transferring from Vanderbilt. 

 

1. The injury news compounds Colorado’s struggles, as they find themselves behind 28-0 to Nebraska at halftime in Lincoln. The Cornhuskers have been dominant, outgaining Colorado by 100 yards and making significant gains in the passing game led by freshman quarterback Dylan Raiola.