It’s one thing to lose a game, but it’s another to watch it slip away because of a coach’s decision — or indecision. Colorado had every chance to steal overtime from Georgia Tech, but instead, the clock bled out. With 2 timeouts burning a hole in his pocket, Deion Sanders stood still, and the Buffaloes ended their opener with a Hail Mary and a whole lot of regret. Fans weren’t just frustrated — they were furious, and some came with an ultimatum.
The setup was perfect for late-game heroics. Down 27–20 after Haynes King ripped off a 45-yard touchdown run, Colorado had 1:07 on the clock and two timeouts to work with. That’s prime territory for a march downfield, or at least a shot at overtime. Instead, the Buffs managed just six plays before time ran out. When asked afterward, Deion Sand