Deion Sanders, the former NFL star turned head coach of the Colorado Buffaloes, has humorously revealed that the persistent smell of marijuana during home games at Folsom Field has become an unexpected yet entertaining aspect of his new role. During an interview with CBS Sports Colorado, Sanders shared that the scent of cannabis always surprises him, particularly during the second quarter.
Sanders, 58, noted that this occurrence has become a regular feature, with the smell intensifying during a specific time in the game, often coinciding with a TV timeout. He joked, ‘Like so is this the quarter that y’all chose?’ reflecting his surprise at the timing of the aroma. Despite his extensive experience in professional football, Sanders admitted that this unique phenomenon has yet to be replicated in his career.
As he enters his third season as head coach, Sanders has a 7-5 record at home in his first two years. The Buffaloes have shown improvement this season, moving from a 2-4 home record in 2023 to a 5-1 record in 2024. However, the team will be without key players such as Travis Hunter, the 2023 Heisman Trophy winner, and his son Shedeur Sanders, who previously played for the Buffaloes.
In a press release, the university announced that the team will host Georgia Tech on Friday, August 24, at 8 p.m. ET in the first game of the new season. Fans can expect the same olfactory surprise that has become a familiar part of the game-day experience. Despite the unexpected aroma, Sanders is focused on leading his team to success, with the support of his loyal fans.
As the season approaches, fans and analysts are eager to see how Sanders will adapt to the unique challenges of coaching in the Mountain West Conference, where the smell of marijuana at home games has become a distinctive feature of the experience for both players and spectators alike.