Colorado's Spring Game Highlights Standout Performances

Fresh faces and returning stars shine in Buffs' annual exhibition

Apr. 12, 2026 at 12:51pm

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A cubist, geometric painting depicting a Colorado Buffaloes football game, with sharp, overlapping planes of gold, black, and silver colors representing the dynamic action on the field.Colorado's spring game offered a glimpse into the team's strengths and weaknesses, with standout plays and areas needing improvement.Boulder Today

The Colorado Buffaloes held their annual spring game, showcasing a mix of new talent and veteran leadership. Redshirt freshman quarterback Julian Lewis impressed with his poise and decision-making, while wide receiver Danny Scudero solidified his status as the team's top pass-catcher. On defense, early enrollee Mojo Williams Jr. made a game-sealing interception. However, some players like quarterback Isaac Wilson and defensive backs Jason Stokes Jr. and Braylon Edwards struggled at times against the competition.

Why it matters

Colorado's spring game provides an early glimpse into the team's strengths and weaknesses ahead of the upcoming season. Strong showings from young players like Lewis and Williams could mean increased roles and responsibilities, while the defensive backfield's issues raise questions that need to be addressed before the fall.

The details

In his second spring game, redshirt freshman quarterback Julian Lewis looked comfortable running the Buffs' new 'Go-Go' offense, making smart decisions and connecting well with his receivers. Wide receiver Danny Scudero, the FBS leader in receiving yards in 2025, proved he can translate his production to the Power Five level with a dominant performance, including a touchdown catch. On defense, early enrollee Mojo Williams Jr. made a game-sealing interception after playing strong coverage all day. However, quarterback Isaac Wilson had an uneven outing, while defensive backs Jason Stokes Jr. and Braylon Edwards struggled to contain Scudero.

  • The Colorado Buffaloes held their annual spring game on April 11, 2026.
  • In 2025, wide receiver Danny Scudero led all of FBS in receiving yards with 1,297.

The players

Julian Lewis

Colorado's redshirt freshman quarterback who showed poise and decision-making in the spring game.

Danny Scudero

Colorado's star wide receiver who solidified his status as the team's top pass-catcher with a dominant spring game performance.

Mojo Williams Jr.

One of Colorado's true freshman early enrollees who made a game-sealing interception and played strong coverage in the spring game.

Isaac Wilson

Colorado's quarterback who had an uneven outing in the spring game, with some concerning low points.

Jason Stokes Jr.

Colorado's defensive back who struggled to contain wide receiver Danny Scudero in the spring game.

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What they’re saying

“It was really a mental thing. I told myself I had to get at least one before I left today, so I got it. It's a blessing. I understood my situation, I knew where the ball was going, that was it.”

— Mojo Williams Jr., Colorado Buffaloes Defensive Back

“I'll tell you what I told him, you've got to stay outside. [Danny's] running a corner route, you knew that, I knew that, everybody and their momma knew that, get your butt outside and use the safety that's on the inside.”

— Deion Sanders, Colorado Buffaloes Head Coach

What’s next

The Colorado coaching staff will review the spring game film and use the performance data to finalize the depth chart and make any necessary adjustments ahead of fall camp.

The takeaway

Colorado's spring game showcased the team's mix of young talent and veteran leadership, with standout performances from players like Lewis, Scudero, and Williams. However, the struggles of some defensive backs like Stokes and Edwards highlight areas that need to be addressed before the season starts. Overall, the spring game provided valuable insights that will shape the Buffs' preparations for the upcoming campaign.