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Colorado Coach Praises DeAndre Moore Jr. For Growing Into Leadership Role
Texas transfer wide receiver expected to elevate Buffaloes' offense with his talent and character.
Mar. 5, 2026 at 10:52pm
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Colorado Buffaloes offensive coordinator Brennan Marion has high praise for new wide receiver DeAndre Moore Jr., a transfer from the Texas Longhorns. Marion highlighted Moore's leadership abilities and how he is already making the entire offense better just by his presence, with the potential to be named a team captain. On the field, Moore's speed, versatility, and fit in Colorado's up-tempo "Go-Go" offense have the Buffaloes excited about his impact in 2026.
Why it matters
Finding vocal team leaders is crucial for any program, especially one with a lot of new faces like Colorado. Moore's ability to elevate the entire offense with his natural leadership skills is a major asset. His on-field talent also provides a big boost to the Buffaloes' passing attack as they look to surprise in the Big 12 this season.
The details
Moore transferred to Colorado after three productive seasons at Texas, where he made 18 starts and recorded 77 receptions for 988 yards and 11 touchdowns. At 6'0" and 190 pounds, Moore has the size and speed to be a versatile threat in Colorado's up-tempo "Go-Go" offense led by new offensive coordinator Brennan Marion. Moore will team up with other talented wide receivers like Danny Scudero, Joseph Williams, Ernest Campbell, and Kam Perry to give quarterback Julian Lewis plenty of playmaking options.
- Moore spent the last three seasons at the University of Texas.
- Moore transferred to Colorado for the 2026 season.
The players
DeAndre Moore Jr.
A 6'0", 190-pound wide receiver who transferred from the University of Texas to the University of Colorado for the 2026 season.
Brennan Marion
The new offensive coordinator for the Colorado Buffaloes, known for his up-tempo "Go-Go" offense.
Julian Lewis
The starting quarterback for the Colorado Buffaloes in 2026, who is expected to get the ball out quickly to playmakers like Moore.
Danny Scudero
A wide receiver on the Colorado Buffaloes roster who will team up with Moore to provide a talented receiving corps.
Deion Sanders
The head coach of the Colorado Buffaloes, who has made it a priority this offseason to find vocal team leaders.
What they’re saying
“I've known DeAndre for a long time. I brought him to Texas. I always wanted to coach the kid, not just because of his talent, but because of his leadership and the person that he is. He's making everybody in the building better just from his leadership. I'll be surprised if he's not the captain of the team when it's all said and done because he just elevates the room. He's almost like a quarterback. He's that guy who walks in and he has that juice and that energy.”
— Brennan Marion, Colorado Offensive Coordinator
What’s next
Moore and the Colorado offense will look to put their leadership and talent on display when the Buffaloes open their 2026 season on September 2nd against the Colorado State Rams.
The takeaway
DeAndre Moore Jr.'s combination of elite talent and natural leadership abilities make him a crucial piece for Colorado as they look to surprise in the Big 12 this season. His ability to elevate the entire offense with his energy and accountability is a rare trait that should pay dividends for the Buffaloes.
