Colorado came up short in their battle against USC on Saturday afternoon, with the final score of the game settling in at 48-41 in favor of the Trojans. However, based on how things went early in the game, that was a pretty good result for the Buffaloes, which is something Deion Sanders noted after the game was finished.

Colorado found themselves trailing 34-7 late in the second quarter, but didn't quit on the game, and nearly pulled off a massive rally against USC. Their comeback attempt ultimately ended up falling short, but after the game Sanders made sure to let his team know that he was proud of how they didn't give up, and that they needed to see they could hang with one of the top teams in the nation after getting throttled by Oregon the week prior.

Article Continues Below
More NCAA Football News
Michigan Wolverines running back Hassan Haskins runs by Notre Dame defenders during the second half
Michigan football, Notre Dame finalists for 4-star DLScotty White ·
A Michigan Wolverines marching band color guard flag member carries the Michigan flag across the field before the Wolverines played against the Washington Huskies in the 2024 College Football Playoff national championship game at NRG Stadium.
Michigan football battling 3 CFP contenders for 4-star EDGEScotty White ·
Florida A&M is under scrutiny for low pass rates in its law and nursing programs. The university has plans to enhance student outcomes.
Florida A&M lands JUCO QB after losing Kent State starRandall Barnes ·
A general overall view of a United States flag and fireworks during the playing of the national anthem before the game between the Southern California Trojans and the Stanford Cardinal at United Airlines Field at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum.
5-star TE has a message for the country after USC football commitmentScotty White ·
North Carolina Tar Heels defensive lineman Travis Shaw (4) runs on to the field with the american flag before the game at Kenan Memorial Stadium.
Full North Carolina football game-by-game predictions for 2025 seasonScotty White ·
Dec 27, 2024; Las Vegas, NV, USA; Southern California Trojans wide receiver Kyle Ford (81) celebrates after a first down against the Texas A&M Aggies in the second half at Allegiant Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
USC football land 5-star pass catcher over Georgia, TexasZachary Draves ·

The Buffaloes were completely uncompetitive against the Ducks the week prior, and there wasn't much faith that they could remain competitive against USC as a result of that game. And while it looked like that was going to be the case early on, Deion Sanders managed to keep his team engaged, even as they fell behind big, and the result was nearly an awesome comeback victory.

Colorado still has a lot of improving to do, especially on defense, but they are proving themselves to be a competitive team that can hang with the best of the best, and will never give up, no matter the circumstances. That should serve this squad well as they try to carry over the late momentum they established against USC into their next matchup against Arizona State.