Deion Sanders defends Colorado's spring football game plans

Deion Sanders, the head coach of Colorado's football team, recently made comments that seemed aimed at Nebraska coach Matt Rhule. This follows Rhule’s doubts about hosting spring games after experiencing player departures last year. Rhule suggested that having a televised spring game might lead to other teams trying to recruit his players. He expressed concerns about "tampering," stating that showcasing players could attract unwanted attention from rival schools. Rhule’s remarks highlighted the challenges of retaining players in today's open recruiting environment. In contrast, Sanders wants to maintain the tradition of spring games. He proposed the idea of making it more exciting by playing against another college team. His preferred matchup would be against North Carolina, but he is also open to other opponents like Syracuse. As the spring football season approaches, the debate between these two coaches reveals the changing landscape of college football and the different strategies programs are considering to protect their rosters.