Colorado's Danny Scudero Embraces Julian Edelman Comparisons

Buffaloes WR connects with Super Bowl MVP through Deion Sanders' NFL network

Apr. 12, 2026 at 10:19pm

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Colorado Buffaloes wide receiver Danny Scudero has been compared to former Super Bowl MVP Julian Edelman by his coach Deion Sanders, who was able to connect the two players. Scudero, who had a standout 2025 season at San Jose State, is eager to learn from Edelman and apply those lessons to his game as he looks to make the jump to the NFL.

Why it matters

Connections to NFL veterans like Edelman can be invaluable for college players aspiring to play professionally. Scudero's ability to pick Edelman's brain on route-running, film study, and other nuances of the position could help him refine his game and boost his NFL draft stock.

The details

Sanders, a former NFL player himself, has leveraged his league connections to benefit his Colorado players. He recently compared Scudero's skill set as a slot receiver to Edelman's, and was able to facilitate a conversation between the two. Scudero was thrilled at the opportunity, saying it was 'surreal' to connect with a 'legend' like Edelman. Scudero is coming off a standout 2025 season at San Jose State where he led the nation in receiving yards with 1,297 and added 10 touchdowns.

  • Scudero had a breakout 2025 season at San Jose State.
  • Deion Sanders recently compared Scudero to Julian Edelman.
  • Sanders connected Scudero with Edelman to share advice and mentorship.

The players

Danny Scudero

A wide receiver for the Colorado Buffaloes who is coming off a standout 2025 season at San Jose State where he led the nation in receiving yards.

Deion Sanders

The head coach of the Colorado Buffaloes and a former NFL player who has leveraged his league connections to benefit his players.

Julian Edelman

A former Super Bowl MVP wide receiver who Deion Sanders compared Scudero to in terms of skill set and ability to get open consistently.

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What they’re saying

“Having grown up watching football, seeing Julian Edelman do his thing, and all the plays he would make. It was a surreal moment for me to think that I'm getting connected with him. Just the idea of being able to talk to such a legend like him is definitely a huge thank you to Coach Prime for that opportunity.”

— Danny Scudero, Colorado Buffaloes Wide Receiver

What’s next

Scudero will look to apply the lessons he learns from Edelman to his game as he prepares for the 2026 season and aims to boost his NFL draft stock.

The takeaway

Deion Sanders' connections in the NFL are proving invaluable for his Colorado players, like Scudero, who can gain mentorship and advice from veteran stars like Julian Edelman. This type of access can give players a significant edge as they look to make the jump to the professional level.