Deion Sanders, Colorado get thumped by Northwestern, 41-7
NBC Sports • • sports
Key Points:
- Deion Sanders led Colorado to a surprising 2-0 start in the 2026 college football season, similar to Bill Belichick's early success.
- Colorado suffered a heavy 41-7 defeat to Northwestern in Week 3, ending their winning streak.
- Prior to the game, Colorado players criticized Northwestern's venue, Northwestern Medicine Field at Martin Stadium, for its quiet atmosphere.
- Sanders described the loss as a "flat-out butt kicking," blaming turnovers and penalties for the poor performance.
- Colorado's record stands at 2-1 as they prepare to begin their nine-game Big 12 schedule with an upcoming game at Baylor.
