Colorado Lands Top Transfer Defensive Lineman for Deion Sanders

Ezra Christensen joins the Buffaloes after a dominant season at New Mexico State.

Published on Feb. 14, 2026

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The Colorado Buffaloes have landed a major transfer addition to their defensive line in Ezra Christensen, who was one of the top interior defensive linemen in the country last season at New Mexico State. Christensen, a 6'2" 260-pound defensive tackle, will provide immediate help to a Colorado defense looking to improve its pass rush under new head coach Deion Sanders.

Why it matters

After several key departures from the Colorado roster this offseason, the addition of Christensen gives the Buffaloes a proven playmaker up front who can help stabilize the defensive line and elevate the entire defense. His combination of size, strength, and pass-rushing ability could make him a centerpiece of Sanders' rebuilt defensive front.

The details

Christensen was a dominant force for the New Mexico State Aggies last season, posting an 88.6 overall grade from Pro Football Focus which ranked second nationally among interior defensive linemen. He recorded 6 sacks, generated 40 quarterback pressures (2nd nationally), and earned an 88.4 pass rush grade (4th nationally).

  • Christensen played the 2025 season at New Mexico State.
  • He has transferred to Colorado for the 2026 season.

The players

Ezra Christensen

A 6'2", 260-pound defensive tackle who was one of the top interior defensive linemen in the country last season at New Mexico State.

Deion Sanders

The new head coach of the Colorado Buffaloes, who is looking to rebuild the team's defense with key transfer additions like Christensen.

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What’s next

Christensen will look to immediately step into a starting role on the Colorado defensive line and make an impact in his first season with the Buffaloes.

The takeaway

The addition of Ezra Christensen is a major coup for Deion Sanders and the Colorado Buffaloes, as they look to rebuild their defense with an elite interior pass rusher who can disrupt opposing offenses.