BYU doesn't feature a probable NFL first-round draft pick at quarterback, or a Heisman winner at receiver, but the Cougars believe they can keep up with high-scoring Colorado.

Colorado is relishing the chance to end its season on a high note regardless of the outcome of the Valero Alamo Bowl.

Colorado quarterback Shedeur Sanders finished in the top 10 in the Heisman voting and is arguably the best quarterback in the country and a likely NFL first-round draft pick in 2025. He has completed 74.4% of his passes for 3,936 yards and 35 touchdowns, with just eight interceptions. His quarterback rating is 168.2.

While there’s uncertainty about how long top prospects Shedeur Sanders and Travis Hunter will play on Saturday, a high-scoring matchup still looms in San Antonio.

Here's what BYU's defensive players and Colorado's star quarterback said Thursday in San Antonio as the Cougars and Buffaloes prepared for the Alamo Bowl.

Colorado Buffaloes head coach Deion Sanders made clear he doesn't want anyone smoking in their hotel rooms – or at all – before their bowl game.

Colorado is traveling and staying in a hotel for the Alamo Bowl, and Deion Sanders recently addressed the team with a warning. If any Buffaloes players are smoking, they are going to be in a lot of trouble.