Transfer portal season is heating up, and Deion Sanders, a.k.a. Coach Prime, just made a bold move. Yes, Deion Sanders and Colorado struck gold—again. Simply put, one program’s loss became another’s big-time gain. Well, a highly touted safety from Hamilton, Ohio, flipped the script. Originally committed to Kansas State in the Class of 2025, the 6-foot-2 playmaker is now set to take his talents elsewhere. However, as a four-star talent per 247Sports, he ranked No. 218 nationally, No. 26 among safeties, and 7th in Ohio. So, a major target, a rising star, and a name to watch closely.
Here, Coach Prime isn’t just talking—he’s making moves. Yes, recently, Deion Sanders made it clear: Colorado needs more firepower in the secondary. “We need more playmakers in the secondary to compete at the highest level,” he said. And with that in mind, the Buffaloes hit the portal hard. And now, it looks like a former Kansas State safety is Boulder-bound. So, the message is loud and clear—Colorado is building a defense ready to hunt.
However, the Kansas State safety making headlines is none other than Noah King. On May 1, On3’s Hayes Fawcett broke the news—King is headed to Colorado through the transfer portal. And here’s the kicker: he’s bringing four full years of eligibility with him. A massive win for Coach Prime. But after Deion Sanders made it clear that the secondary was a top priority, Colorado wasted no time. They grabbed Auburn transfer Terrance Love first. Now, they’ve doubled down with King—a talented freshman ready to make waves in Boulder. So, the rebuild in the backfield is real.
Remember, Coach Prime didn’t hold back after CU’s spring game—he laid out the blueprint loud and clear. However, the message? Reload and rebuild. “Let’s start one tremendous defensive tackle, another linebacker or two, two safeties, probably three [cornerbacks], one receiver that’s a grown man, that’s a do,” stated Sanders. Adding, “[A] couple running backs, tight end, maybe a guard, [offensive] tackle, maybe two centers. I think we got half of that already. You guys just ain’t heard about it.” So, it’s clear—Deion isn’t just building a team; he’s crafting a powerhouse, piece by piece.
Well, Noah King made his mark in his senior season at Hamilton High, posting 41 tackles, 3.5 TFLs, a sack, and an interception. Now, he’s gearing up for his collegiate debut with CU when they face Georgia Tech on August 29. But with Coach Prime still eyeing more recruits before summer’s end, the roster is far from final. While it’ll be exciting to see how Sanders shapes his offense and defense come fall, one thing’s for sure—King’s impact will be felt from the jump.
But King isn’t the only big addition for the Buffs—Deion Sanders made sure to work the spring transfer portal, stacking up talent. And now, it’s clear: King’s just the latest Big 12 star to fuel Colorado’s surge.
Deion Sanders’ talent stack is growing
Wednesday morning was a game-changer for Deion Sanders and the Buffs. CU made a massive move, landing 3 key transfer commitments. First, they got a boost from former Tennessee stars—OT Larry Johnson III and DB John Slaughter. Then, they added a playmaking RB in DeKalon Taylor from Incarnate Word. But the most intriguing fact is that all 3 players made their announcements within an hour of each other, lighting up social media. So, big day, bigger moves, and the Buffs are stacking talent.
Well, Slaughter brings solid experience with 23 games at Vols, but he’s still fighting for a starting role. Last season, he notched 5 tackles and his first career interception. Meanwhile, Johnson, standing at 6-foot-7 and 348 pounds, is an imposing figure and a major addition for the Buffs. After limited play at Tennessee, he’s ready to claim the starting right tackle spot in Boulder. Then there’s Taylor, the explosive Texas native with the nickname “Trackhawk.” After rushing for 909 yards and 9 TDs, plus averaging six yards per carry, Taylor is set to make an immediate impact, both on the ground and in the passing game.
Out of the 3, Johnson looks like the most likely to secure a starting role, but Taylor shouldn’t be overlooked. His explosive playmaking and kick return ability make him a prime candidate to shine in 2025 and possibly challenge RB Micah Welch for the top spot.
Simply, together, these 3 additions have propelled CU’s transfer class into the top 25 nationally and No. 2 in the Big 12, via 247Sports. Now, with 25 total transfer commits from both the spring and winter periods, Coach Prime’s blueprint for the future is coming together.
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