Breaking News: Nick Saban’s path potential bellwether for Coach Prime’s Colorado football future

OutKick’s David Hookstead cautions Colorado football enthusiasts who are placing confidence in Coach Prime’s assertion of a long-term commitment to Boulder. Despite his three sons purchasing a mountain mansion in the area, Hookstead draws attention to the history of coaches making similar claims only to eventually change course. Hookstead specifically cites the example of Nick Saban, who emphatically denied coaching at the University of Alabama before ultimately leading the Crimson Tide to six national titles. Coach Prime reiterated his dedication to Colorado on FS1’s “Undisputed” on January 29, citing his contentment and recent local activities as evidence of his commitment, but Hookstead emphasizes the volatile nature of the sports world and how swiftly circumstances can evolve.

Colorado football not prepared to lose Coach Prime yet

CU has not made sufficient strides to make it an appealing prospect for potential coaches who could step in if, and when, the Buffs find themselves in that scenario. Even if replacing Coach Prime wasn’t already a daunting task, the program’s potential lack of sustainability could make it a disastrous proposition for any successor. Losing Coach Prime at this point would be a significant setback for Colorado. The desire is that Sanders’ commitment to the state isn’t solely tied to his children, and there are other factors keeping him invested in Colorado beyond familial considerations.