Has Warren Sapp just set Colorado’s recruiting efforts in Texas ablaze? Kevin Borba and Brian Smith dive into the fallout after Sapp viral “Texas is fake football” comment—dropped just days after offering a Texas star running back. Is the bridge to the Lone Star State scorched beyond repair? Brian Smith shares firsthand how sensitive and interconnected Texas high school coaches are, and why the Buffs' staff may face a major uphill battle rebuilding trust.

Plus, the coaching staff’s social media savvy (or lack thereof) becomes free ammo for negative recruiters as Colorado attempts to reinvent its recruiting under Deion Sanders. Can new offensive coordinator Brennan Marion salvage relationships and keep the pipeline open? Then, Kevin Borba and Brian Smith go inside the portal: With the Buffaloes needing a major overhaul in both trenches, can they land a cornerstone offensive tackle like Talik Lockett? Should they chase splashy Power 5 cast-offs or build their roster through proven Group of Five grinders?

The hosts break down portal strategy, roster development, and why Colorado can’t afford another batch of transfers who “just don’t care.” Finally, they discuss key departures—Jaheim Otis, Noah King, Montrez Walker, and TJ Branch—assessing which losses matter and what it means for the Buffs’ depth and future plans. Locked On Buffs gets real about Colorado’s risky recruiting strategy, the need for damage control and culture change, and what it’ll take for the Buffs to make noise (for the right reasons) this offseason. Can Coach Prime’s star power and vision keep Colorado’s rebuild on track, or is the Texas recruiting bridge burned for good? Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧

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