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Deion Sanders says Colorado is better than the score shows after another loss

Colorado lost its second consecutive game today, and afterward head coach Deion Sanders said he's struggling to figure out why his team's results aren't what they should be.

Colorado's second consecutive loss has left head coach Deion Sanders perplexed, as his team's results seem to overlook their apparent superiority on the field. "We're better than this," Sanders declared, expressing his belief that his team's performance is not reflected in the final score. The coach's puzzlement continued as he reflected on his team's struggles at halftime.

In a bid to shake things up, Sanders benching starting quarterback Julian Lewis in favor of Isaac Wilson. Lewis, a highly touted recruit, so far has not met the expectations set for him at Colorado. Wilson, currently playing for Colorado after transferring from Utah, is the sibling of Saints quarterback Zach Wilson. Lewis' performance before being replaced was marked by an 11-of-16 completion rate for 75 yards.

In contrast, Wilson showcased a slightly better performance, going 12-for-25 for 156 yards and a touchdown. Sanders' coaching career at the college level stands at 36-14 with his son Shedeur as quarterback, and 9-15 without him. Colorado's current record stands at 2-2, with the challenging upcoming matches against No. 11 Texas Tech and No. 15 Utah adding to the head coach's daunting task.

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