Don’t count out the Colorado Buffaloes and head coach Deion Sanders this season. With Shedeur Sanders heading to the NFL and set to be a top draft pick, the Buffaloes may have already found their next star in quarterback Julian Lewis.
Who Is Julian Lewis?
In the wake of Sanders’ departure, all eyes turn to Lewis as the next quarterback poised to lead Colorado’s football team in the upcoming season. He steps into the role with a mix of anticipation and determination, ready to make his mark on the field.
The five-star recruit from Carrollton High School in Georgia has fans eagerly anticipating seeing his chemistry unfold with the team’s receivers. On Wednesday, he put that on full display with his arm strength and quick release in this perfect deep ball during some spring dills.
Julian Lewis doing “The Shedeur” ⌚️🔥 pic.twitter.com/glDTwHc8v9
— We Coming 🦬 (@SkoBuffsGoBuffs) March 19, 2025
Known for his precision passing and quick release, he embodies the talent, resilience, and spirit that Colorado fans will soon find out about and admire.
As Lewis takes command of the offense, he brings with him a unique blend of athleticism and leadership. His ability to read defenses and connect with his teammates promises an exciting season ahead.
With the spotlight now on him and the challenge of filling Sanders’ shoes ahead, Lewis fully embraces the opportunity.
Lewis Channels His Inner Shedeur With Iconic Celebration
Sanders’ signature celebration had become one of the most recognizable in college football. Confidently tapping his wrist, signaling that it’s ‘Shedeur Time’ is a gesture that was inspired by NBA star Damian Lillard’s ‘Dame Time.’
Lewis is showcasing his swagger and embodying the true meaning of the celebration — poise under pressure and the ability to deliver in clutch moments.
While it’s highly unlikely that he will continue to use that celebration, he was showing teammates, fans and most important, his head coach, that he is ready for the big moments, exuding confidence and a determination to dominate on the gridiron.
Shedeur In The Big Apple
According to our latest mock draft at PFSN, Shedeur Sanders is projected to go third overall to the New York Giants, where he would team up with star wide receiver Malik Nabers.
The Giants desperately need a franchise quarterback after moving on from Daniel Jones last year and failing to trade up for Jayden Daniels or Drake Maye in the 2024 draft. They even passed on Bo Nix, who proved he was pro-ready by leading the Denver Broncos to the playoffs as a rookie.
Now, another opportunity to secure their quarterback of the future lies right in front of them and the Giants can’t afford to make the same mistake twice. Sanders brings elite arm talent, poise under pressure, and the leadership qualities needed to thrive in New York, making him a perfect fit to revitalize the franchise.
Moreover, Sanders represents not only a promising football talent but also a marketable figure. This could provide a significant boost to the Giants’ fan engagement and brand appeal, especially after losing their most popular player (Saquon Barkley) to free agency last year.
Selecting Sanders aligns with the Giants’ need for a quarterback of the future and can help grow the young core alongside Nabers and running back Tyrone Tracy Jr.