Top 100 Rankings Highlight Key Additions
Colorado Buffaloes head coach Deion Sanders has been busy reshaping his squad after a mass exodus that saw nearly 40 players leave the program via the transfer portal. The coaching staff is now turning its attention to high‑impact additions that can fill the voids left on both sides of the ball.
The newest edition of ESPN’s top 100 newcomers for the 2026 season features two Buffaloes transfers who have earned spots on the prestigious list. Wide receiver Danny Scudero lands at No. 35, while linebacker Gideon Lampron is positioned at No. 92, each recognized for distinct strengths that could address the team’s most pressing needs.
Scudero arrives from San Jose State where he built a reputation for productivity and crisp route running that consistently created separation from defenders. Analysts note that his chemistry with quarterback Julian Lewis could be a catalyst for an offense that has overhauled most of its skill positions.
Lampron, a transfer from Bowling Green, is celebrated for his instinctive play and quickness in closing on the ball carrier. His ability to slip blocks and make tackles at the linebacker level is expected to bolster a Colorado defense that struggled to contain the run last season.
The Buffaloes also welcome other notable transfers such as Omarion Miller, Jordan Seaton, DeAndre Moore Jr. and Boo Carter, each of whom brings a different skill set to a roster that is being rebuilt from the ground up. The influx of talent reflects a strategic effort to compete in the rugged Big 12 landscape.