Colorado spring game availability report
Colorado's Black & Gold Spring game is today as we cap off the third spring under head coach Deion Sanders. The weather cleared up in Boulder, and it looks like a fantastic day for some football along the Flatirons.
Before the game kicks off, there is some news on the availability front.
The following will not be suiting up for Saturday's game:
RB Micah Welch
RB Charlie Offerdahl
WR Omarion Miller
CB Colton Hood
OL Kareen Harden
OL Phillip Houston
OL Jay Gardenhire
OL Aki Ogunbiyi
DB Preston Hidge
WR Kaleb Mathis
LB Keaten Wade
DL Amari McNeill
DL Taurean Carter
DE Samuel Okunlola
The number of absences is not surprising, considering it's only a spring game. However, a few of the above players seemed to be deep into position battles, so it's a missed opportunity for specific players. Overall, 74 players are suited up for Colorado's spring game.
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