Colorado Buffaloes quarterback Kaidon Salter received a hyped-up greeting from one of his teammates, Julian Lewis, after he announced that he is ending his college football career. In a lengthy and heartfelt message on Instagram on Thursday, Salter announced that he is entering the 2026 NFL Draft.
“I’ve grown in my understanding of preparation, communication, trust, and what it means to show up every day for work… With faith in God’s plan and confidence in the work I’ve put in, I am officially declaring for the NFL Draft. I welcome the opportunity to continue learning, growing, and competing at the next level. All glory to God. The journey continues.”
“Thank You College Football 🖤,” Salter captioned the post with a black heart emoji.
Lewis, who played the same position as Salter, reaced to the post with a supportive comment.
“It’s on twin🤞🏽🤞🏽,” Lewis commented.
Salter and Lewis were a part of the Buffaloes team that finished the season with an overall record of 3-9 (1-8 Big 12), 15th in the Big 12 conference. They ended the season with a five-game losing streak, most recently losing to the Kansas State Wildcats on Nov. 29.
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“I Am Deeply Grateful” – Kaidon Salter Has Nothing But Gratitude For All Of The Programs He Engaged With
In one part of Kaidon Salter’s lengthy declaration letter for the 2026 NFL Draft and his official farewell to collegiate football, he expressed gratitude for all three programs he engaged with during his five-year tenure.
This includes the Tennessee Volunteers and the Liberty Flames, with whom he spent four seasons, and the Colorado Buffaloes, where he played his final year of eligibility.
“I am deeply grateful for the programs and coaches who invested in me: The University of Tennessee, Liberty University, and the University of Colorado Boulder,” Salter shared.
Salter is being projected as a mid to late-round selection. If he is not picked up in the draft, he could still make it to an NFL roster as an undrafted free agent.
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