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Buffs Begin Preparation For Visit From Huskers

BOULDER — After taking a little time over the weekend to enjoy their 45-42 win over TCU on Saturday, Deion "Coach Prime" Sanders' Colorado Buffaloes turned their full attention to Nebraska on Tuesday.

The two teams will renew their long-standing rivalry Saturday in CU's home opener, a nationally televised 10 a.m. contest (Fox) as Colorado kicks off the 100th year of play at Folsom Field.

Sanders is well-aware of the rivalry.

"I've learned the severity, the serious nature of this rivalry and I'm embracing it 100%," he said. "This is personal. That's the message of the week.