Colorado football has a crazy Thanksgiving recruiting spree

While much of America was enjoying Thanksgiving dinner, Colorado football head coach Deion Sanders was celebrating a different kind of celebration. According to On3’s Hayes Fawcett, the Buffaloes secured commitments from four prospects in the 2025 recruiting class.

Colorado (8-3) adds two four-star talents: offensive tackle Carde Smith and edge rusher London Merritt, along with three-star recruits Alexander McPherson (also at edge) and Quentin Gibson (wide receiver). . The loss to Kansas last Saturday took a toll on the team’s on-field momentum, but Sanders remains focused on building for the future.

The best defensive back of all time remains proactive during the holidays, bringing in players he believes can help the Buffaloes continue to climb the college football power rankings.

The 6-foot-2, 220-pound Smith is a particularly interesting addition to the 2025 roster because of his ability to improve an offensive line that is often a concern. He was committed to USC for three and a half months before resigning last week. The Mobile, Alabama native joins acclaimed quarterback Julian Lewis, who is leaving Los Angeles for Boulder in November.

Sanders also convinced Merritt to transfer from his original choice – Ohio State – and dedicate himself to one of the fastest-growing programs in the country. The IMG Academy star has plenty of power on defense and should have the chance to quickly become a game-breaker in the Big 12 Conference.

McPherson, Merritt’s teammate, interestingly left Oklahoma State on the same day his classmate beat the Buckeyes. Now both declare their loyalty to the Buffaloes. One has to wonder if these two pass rushers shared a table on Thanksgiving.

Colorado is smart to address its biggest weaknesses, but it also needs to draft more offensive playmakers with star quarterback Shedeur Sanders and Heisman Trophy favorite Travis Hunter both heading to the NFL in April. Gibson’s penchant for producing highlight plays at North Crowley High School in Fort Worth, Texas, could help the Buffs maintain their explosive identity.

Amid speculation surrounding Deion Sanders’ coaching future, Colorado football is undeniably a destination for a number of newcomers. However, the team doesn’t have much time to give thanks for this recent success as it aims for an unexpected berth in the Big 12 Championship Game. Oklahoma State (3-8) rolls into Folsom Field for its regular season finale on Saturday afternoon.