As the Colorado Buffaloes prepare for their spring game this Saturday, the buzz around Coach Deion Sanders' program isn't just about the 40+ new faces on the roster. It's also about the noise coming from some of the over 35 players who have moved on. In the world of college football, where transfers are now a major storyline, a few former Buffs have taken subtle jabs at their old program on their way out the door.

The comments came from players like former quarterback Ryan Staub, now at Tennessee, who noted a significant difference in the coaching intensity. "In my three years of playing college football, I haven't had as much coaching as I've had in the first month that I've been here," Staub told reporters. Similarly, former five-star offensive tackle Jordan Seaton, who transferred to LSU, suggested the standard was higher at his new school, stating, "Just doing what’s required is not enough."

For a coach like Deion Sanders, known for his confidence and transformative approach, this kind of chatter from departed players is nothing new in the high-stakes environment of Power 5 football. At a press conference this week, Coach Prime addressed the situation with his trademark blend of poise and pointed pride.

"Some of our past players have been commenting on us, which is cool with me," Sanders stated. He made it clear his program wouldn't be drawn into a war of words, saying, "We're not going to be provoked or comment back or say anything ignorant back. I wish those guys the best."

But Sanders did leave his mark with a powerful counterpoint, highlighting the value his program provided. "One thing that I can comfortably say: Some people came here that you didn't know of, and when you left, they had a name. I'm proud of that. I'm proud that they were able to earn more than they earned here."

His response underscores a key theme in modern college sports: development and exposure are currency. As Sanders turns the page toward the spring game, his focus remains on building the future in Boulder, while letting the results—and the rising profiles of his former players—speak for themselves.