At the recent Big 12 Media Days in Las Vegas, Colorado quarterback Julian Lewis took the stage to articulate the most significant shift in the Buffaloes’ offense since his freshman year.
Lewis described a move from reliance on raw talent to a disciplined routine that now includes extensive film work on opposing defenses, a practice he says has already sharpened his decision‑making.
A Coordinated Reset
The overhaul comes as the program welcomes new faces on the coaching staff: Brennan Marion, who succeeded Pat Shurmur as offensive coordinator, and Chris Marve, the former defensive backs coach now steering the defense.
Marion’s appointment brings a fresh schematic philosophy, while Marve’s elevation signals a desire to tighten a defense that allowed 30.5 points per game last season.
Lewis believes the combined changes can lift the offense toward the 35‑point per game benchmark the team has set for 2026, a target that would represent a dramatic improvement over the 20.9 points they averaged a year ago.
The quarterback’s optimism reflects a broader confidence that the Buffaloes are poised to translate offseason adjustments into tangible results when the new season kicks off.