College GameDay fans witnessed a memorable moment earlier this season when Miss Terry, Nick Saban’s wife, confidently outperformed her legendary husband in predicting game winners. Despite Saban’s extensive football knowledge, it was Miss Terry who took the spotlight when she defended Deion Sanders and the Colorado Buffs, backing them when her husband had doubts. “I got your back, Deion,” she stated boldly, surprising everyone, including Saban himself.
Fast forward to Week 7 of the college football season, and Saban’s tune has clearly changed. While offering predictions for the upcoming game between the Colorado Buffs and Kansas State, the Alabama coach quipped, “I like Colorado as well. I’m not going against my man Deion anymore.” This statement brought out plenty of laughs, as fans remembered how Saban’s earlier pick had been overshadowed by his wife’s support for Coach Prime. The moment even sparked a viral sensation, with a clip of Saban’s latest prediction making the rounds on social media.
Nick Saban fires up the fans in Berkeley in an unexpected way
Saban joins the Bandwagon: why everyone’s backing Colorado
Nick Saban’s newfound support for Deion Sanders isn’t just about saving face; it’s also rooted in Colorado’s strong recent performance. Desmond Howard, another prominent analyst, agreed with Saban’s assessment, highlighting the Buffs‘ resurgence after their early-season loss to Nebraska. “They’ve found their groove,” Howard said, pointing out Colorado’s current 4-1 record and recent winning streak.
Fellow analysts Pat McAfee and Kirk Herbstreit echoed these sentiments. McAfee expressed his confidence in the Buffs‘ potential to dominate the Big 12, saying, “I like Colorado to go on a run in the wide-open Big 12.” Meanwhile, Herbstreit focused on Colorado’s playmakers, Shedeur Sanders and Travis Hunter, predicting that their explosive plays would make the difference against Kansas State’s defense. With such strong backing from experts, it’s no wonder that Saban, too, has jumped on the Colorado bandwagon.
From doubts to confidence: the coach’s change of heart
The shift in Saban’s stance is both amusing and telling. As fans might remember, Saban had previously picked against the Buffs, despite Miss Terry’s vocal support. Following Colorado’s win, Saban faced some playful ribbing from fans and colleagues alike, including Miss Terry, who didn’t hesitate to remind him of her accurate pick. This time, Saban seems keen to avoid any further jabs, opting to align his prediction with that of his wife and fellow analysts.
This newfound endorsement by Saban also reflects the broader respect and admiration Deion Sanders has earned in the college football community. Leading the Buffs to a series of impressive victories, Sanders has silenced many critics, proving that his team is not to be underestimated. As Saban’s quip showed, even seasoned coaches like him are beginning to recognize the potential of this revamped Colorado squad.
Whether or not the Buffs live up to these expectations against Kansas State, one thing is clear: Nick Saban won’t be underestimating Coach Prime and his team any time soon.