Colorado Fans Will Love Buffaloes Coach Johnnie Mack's Message in Spring Practice

Mack is pushing the Buffaloes' running backs to be better than ever ahead of the 2026 season.

Published on Mar. 9, 2026

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Colorado Buffaloes running backs coach Johnnie Mack is firing up the position group during spring practice. Mack is emphasizing that the players should never be satisfied and must always strive to do more. With the team's run game struggling in 2025, Mack's intense approach is aimed at improving the Buffaloes' rushing attack for the upcoming season.

Why it matters

The Buffaloes' running game was a weakness in 2025, averaging just 125.6 yards per game and 3.5 yards per attempt. Improving the run game is crucial for Colorado head coach Deion Sanders, and Mack's no-nonsense coaching style is designed to push the players to reach their full potential.

The details

Mack, who is in his first season as the Buffaloes' running backs coach, is taking an aggressive approach to motivate the players. In a video posted by Well Off Media's Deion Sanders Jr., Mack is seen telling the running backs, "Don't be satisfied. We never satisfied. I don't care what nobody else think. I want more." This intensity is aimed at ensuring the players give maximum effort on every play and continue to strive for improvement throughout the season.

  • Mack is in his first season as Colorado's running backs coach in 2026.

The players

Johnnie Mack

Colorado Buffaloes running backs coach who is pushing the position group to be better than ever in spring practice.

Micah Welch

Colorado's leading rusher in 2025 with 384 yards and four touchdowns.

Deion Sanders

Colorado's head coach, who is looking to improve the team's run game after a 3-win season in 2025.

Brennan Marion

Colorado's new offensive coordinator, who previously coached at Sacramento State and runs a run-heavy 'Go-Go' offense.

Richard Young

Running back who transferred to Colorado from Alabama, where he had limited playing time but now has a chance to contribute to the Buffaloes' improved run game.

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What they’re saying

“Started fast, not as fast as we wanted, alright? But better. Don't be satisfied. We never satisfied. I don't care what nobody else think. I want more.”

— Johnnie Mack, Colorado Buffaloes Running Backs Coach (Well Off Media)

What’s next

The Buffaloes will continue spring practice as they look to implement Mack's intense coaching style and Marion's run-heavy offense to improve the team's rushing attack ahead of the 2026 season.

The takeaway

Coach Mack's no-nonsense approach is exactly what the Colorado running backs need to elevate their game and help the Buffaloes' offense take a big step forward in 2026. If the players buy into Mack's message of constant improvement, the Buffaloes' run game could be a strength this season.