EA Sports' latest release of College Football 27 has sparked conversation across the college football community, especially within the Big 12 conference. Colorado Buffaloes, a program seeking to rebound from a 3‑9 season in 2025, find themselves positioned squarely in the middle of the conference rankings, with an overall rating of 81.
Standout Performers
Among the Buffaloes' most highly rated athletes, wide receiver Danny Scudero tops the list with a 91 overall rating. Scudero transferred from the San Jose State Spartans, where he amassed 88 receptions for 1,297 yards and 10 touchdowns in 2025, and his performance has generated significant buzz.
Defensive standout Gideon ESPN Lampron follows with an 88 rating after moving from the Bowling Green Falcons. In his final season with Bowling Green, Lampron recorded 119 total tackles, 17.5 tackles for loss, 2.5 sacks, two forced fumbles and one pass defended, underscoring his all‑around impact.
Boo Carter, a former Tennessee Volunteers player, holds an 87 rating. Carter contributed 25 tackles, 7.5 tackles for loss, 2.0 sacks and three pass break‑ups in his last season, adding depth to Colorado's defensive front.
DeAndre Moore Jr., who previously played at Texas Longhorns, is rated 86 overall. Moore's most productive season at Texas saw him catch 38 passes for 532 yards and four touchdowns, a performance that now positions him as a key receiving threat for the Buffaloes.
Team Outlook and Conference Position
The Buffaloes' collective rating of 81 places them among five teams in the Big 12 with comparable scores, while four programs sit ahead of them. This mid‑tier positioning reflects both the potential and the challenges facing the squad as they aim to improve on last season's 3‑9 record.
Coach Deion Sanders
Under the leadership of coach Deion Sanders, who took the helm in 2023, Colorado is working to restore its former glory. Sanders carries a 16‑21 record since his arrival and remains focused on guiding the team back to bowl eligibility, leveraging the high‑rated talent now on the roster.