October 16th 2024.
The recent game against Kansas State left Shilo Sanders with a lot to reflect on. As CU's sixth-year senior safety and son of head coach Deion Sanders, he had high expectations for himself and the team. However, things did not go as planned, and DJ Giddens from Kansas State took full advantage of the situation.
During their weekly news conference, Sanders expressed his disappointment in the team's performance, especially his own. As the free safety and "locksmith" of the defense, he felt responsible for the plays that were given up. Giddens, a powerful and quick tailback, made Sanders' job difficult throughout the game. He effortlessly shrugged off tackles and juked his way past Sanders, leaving him on his knees and social media in a frenzy.
Sanders acknowledged the criticism he received on social media, but he remained focused on improving his game and helping the team win. He understood that as a free safety, any mistake he makes is visible to everyone and can have a significant impact on the game.
However, it is essential to note that Sanders was playing at game speed for the first time in a month due to an arm injury. In his absence, the defense performed better, particularly against the run. Against UCF, one of the most complete games during Coach Prime's era at CU, Sanders' replacement, Carter Stoutmire, had a higher grade in run defense. Sanders praised Stoutmire for stepping up and holding down the safety position.
The upcoming game against Arizona is crucial for CU, and Sanders knows that he needs to elevate his game to help the team. He understands that the expectations are high, and he needs to perform at his best to avoid criticism from fans and media. Sanders addressed a video that had resurfaced, where he boasted about his tackling skills and encouraged critics to check out his missed tackle percentage. However, Giddens' performance against CU proved otherwise, and Sanders owned up to it, accepting responsibility for his mistakes.
Despite the criticism, Sanders remains confident in his abilities and the team's potential. He knows that he is capable of making big plays and has done so in the past. He also believes that the team can bounce back from this defeat and perform well in the upcoming games. Sanders' passion and determination to improve and help the team win are evident in his words and actions.
As the younger brother of highly-touted quarterback prospect Shedeur Sanders, Shilo may not receive the same attention from NFL scouts. He may not have the size or speed like his brother, and his tackling technique may need some work. However, Sanders knows his strengths and what he is capable of, and he remains focused on improving his game. He believes that the team has what it takes to win big games, and they need to show it on the field.
Owning up to his mistakes and accepting criticism is not easy, but Sanders did it with grace and determination. He knows that the upcoming game against Arizona is crucial for the team, and he is ready to put in the work to help them come out on top. As long as he uses his arms on the field as skillfully as he used his words in the news conference, Sanders and the Buffs will be on their way to victory.
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