Lajohntay Wester started his college career at Florida Atlantic Owls before transferring to the Colorado Buffaloes, where he was mentored by legends Deion Sanders and Warren Sapp.
The 23-year-old chose to join the Buffaloes stacked wide receiver room despite being a star at FAU, and as expected, he had to work harder to earn the coveted No.1 jersey.
Deion Sanders’ 3-Word Reply to Lajohntay Wester’s Jersey Battle
Sanders recently shared a screenshot of Colorado reporter Scott Procter’s post about Wester’s quest for the No. 1 jersey. It featured Wester’s quote: “I wanted No. 1 bad, but you know Coach Prime, you have to earn everything here.” He captioned it with three words: “He ain’t lying!”
He ain’t lying! pic.twitter.com/mWDwYL7hQ1
— COACH PRIME (@DeionSanders) April 9, 2025
Wester was a huge reason for the Buffaloes’ success in the 2024 season, and Coach Prime rewarded him with the No. 1 jersey after their 34-23 victory over the Cincinnati Bearcats on Oct. 27, 2024. Wester had worn the No. 1 during his time at FAU.
He delivered an incredible performance in that game with five catches for 56 yards. The wide receiver previously wore No. 10.
After a season-long effort, the senior WR donned the No. 1 jersey in Colorado’s final college game against the BYU Cougars on Dec. 28, 2024. Unfortunately, Colorado fell to BYU in a 36-14 loss. The game was also Wester’s last time playing alongside his younger brother, linebacker Jaylen Wester.
In his one season with Colorado, the WR appeared in all 13 games, starting 12. He recorded 74 receptions for 931 yards and scored 10 touchdowns, second on the team to only Travis Hunter.
On special teams, the 5’11”, 167-pounder had 10 returns, averaging 12.2 yards per return, highlighted by a spectacular 76-yard punt return touchdown against Utah.
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After helping Colorado to its winningest season since 2016, Wester has set his sights on the NFL. His draft projection currently places him between the third and sixth rounds. His ability to contribute on special teams (2023 All-AAC Special Teams Player of the Year) should also boost his draft stock as the big day approaches.
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