When Deion Sanders first signed with Colorado, the Buffaloes were coming off a 1-11 season. In his first season in charge, Sanders coached them to a 4-8 record. After that, the head coach improved, going 9-4 in 2024 and reaching his first bowl game in Boulder. So, what seems to be the problem?
Colorado Superfan Miss Peggy Clears Feelings on Deion Sanders
The Buffaloes are currently 3-6 on the season and are projected to finish 4-8, according to PFSN’s College Football Playoff Meter. That is not sitting well with most of the fan base, except for Peggy Coppom.
Peggy, a 100-year-old Buffalo fan, has been attending games in Colorado for most of her life. During a recent sequence in the buildup to today’s clash with West Virginia, Coppom shared her honest thoughts on the Buffaloes’ head coach.
“When Deion Sanders came here as a coach. He took a liking to me,” Coppom stated. During the montage, a series of clips played out showcasing the friendship between Sanders and Coppom.
The @CUBuffsFootball‘s biggest fan? 🦬
100-year-old superfan Miss Peggy who @DeionSanders calls “the greatest Buff of all time.” 🙌 pic.twitter.com/XxxjZ4eRgL
— TNT Sports U.S. (@TNTSportsUS) November 8, 2025
Peggy attended Colorado games for over eight decades, alongside her twin sister, Betty Hoover, who passed away in 2020 after a battle with pancreatic cancer.
“I just wish my twin sister were here. It all started because we were twins. I can’t deny that we’ve been loyal fans, but I said to get all this attention for just having a good time is unbelievable.” Peggy paid tribute to her twin sister during a press conference.
For Peggy’s 100th birthday last year, Coach Prime promised to bring Colorado to a bowl game in 2024. And after going 9-4, led by his son Shedeur and Heisman winner Travis Hunter, the Colorado head coach made good on his promise.
The Buffaloes also announced that year that they would be launching a special line of apparel for Coppom, with part of the proceeds benefiting her and her family. Since Sanders took over in Colorado, Coppom has become one of the most important team members.
“She’s always greeted me with love, compassion, support, stability and hope. I’m thankful to know her, I’m thankful she can get to me any time she desires to. She is the epitome of CU Buffs. She’s the epitome of Buff nation. She is the rock that holds us all together, and I’m thankful to know her. I really am.” The Buffaloes’ head coach told the media.
With just three games remaining, they need to win three of their next three encounters. Colorado must win out to qualify for another bowl contention.
