Colorado is at the center of what may be a rewriting of the college football landscape due to the 2025 NFL Draft. The Buffaloes are making a compelling argument for the moniker “Wide Receiver University” (WRU) following a stellar performance from their wide receivers. It’s no longer just the conventional powerhouses dominating the discourse.
Colorado has significantly contributed to the conversation with Coach Deion Sanders and his redesigned program.
Let’s examine why Colorado created such a stir and how this event may alter the program’s course.
Colorado Claims WRU Crown After Most Wide Receivers Drafted in 2025 NFL Draft
By the end of the 2025 NFL Draft, it was obvious that Colorado had taken center stage at wide receiver. Three Buffaloes receivers were the most named from a single school this season.
First up was Travis Hunter, whom the Jacksonville Jaguars selected with the No. 2 overall pick. Hunter, a two-way star in college, eventually projects as an NFL wide receiver because of his exceptional hands, dynamic playmaking abilities, and quick route running. Scouts think he could be one of the next big stars in the league.
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COLORADO HAD THE MOST WIDE RECEIVERS DRAFTED OF ANY SCHOOL IN COLLEGE FOOTBALL IN THE 2025 #NFL DRAFT.
Travis Hunter
Jimmy Horn Jr
LaJohntay WesterTHE NEW WIDE RECEIVER UNIVERSITY. pic.twitter.com/S19sLQKXZL
— MLFootball (@_MLFootball) April 27, 2025
Later in the draft, LaJohntay Wester was selected by the Baltimore Ravens at pick No. 203. Although he wasn’t a first-round pick, Wester’s quickness, separation ability, and dependable hands made him an intriguing option for teams looking to add depth and explosiveness.
Jimmy Horn Jr. was selected by the Carolina Panthers at No. 208. Horn’s lightning-fast speed and deep-threat potential made him an irresistible option, and with the right system fit, he could quickly become a big-play weapon at the next level. Three wide receivers being selected says a lot about the Colorado program’s turnaround under Coach Prime.
Why This Moment Matters for Colorado Football
Colorado’s wide receiver success in the draft is more than just a statistic – it’s a statement.
It indicates that the program is not simply about hoopla and headlines but about development, preparedness, and opportunity.
From the first day, Deion Sanders made it apparent that he wanted Colorado to serve as a pipeline to the NFL. Adding elite athletes, cutting-edge training techniques, and coaches with NFL experience was only the first step. There is no evidence that playing at Colorado can lead to league admission.
Additionally, the Buffaloes’ success powerfully impresses prospective players. Colorado is now viewed differently by wide receivers who desire the ball, the attention, and the best chance to fulfill their NFL aspirations.
Claiming the WRU crown for 2025 is huge. However, keeping it will be the real test. Programs like Alabama, LSU, and Ohio State have earned reputations over decades. For Colorado, this is a launching point, not a final destination.
Coach Prime and his staff are already working on stacking future wide receiver classes, and early signs are promising. If they continue developing elite talent and producing draft picks year after year, Colorado could make “Buffs WRU” more than just a one-year headline. It could become a tradition.
One thing’s for sure: the rest of college football, and the NFL, is paying attention now.
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