Deion Sanders is preparing to welcome Brennan Marion as the new offensive coordinator for the Colorado Buffaloes, marking the third person to hold this position in just four seasons. This move comes on the heels of an underwhelming 2025 season, during which former NFL head coach Pat Shurmur served as offensive coordinator. Shurmur focused on stabilizing the offensive plays, particularly towards the end of the season, but Colorado struggled to find its rhythm.
Marion arrives at Colorado after a successful tenure with Sacramento State, where he led the Hornets for one season. Prior to that, he spent two seasons as the offensive coordinator at UNLV, guiding the Rebels to an impressive 11-3 record in 2024. During that standout year, UNLV averaged 35 points per game and secured a spot in the AP poll at No. 23. His track record at UNLV, where the team consistently tallied over 34 points a game, showcases his capability to invigorate an offense.
A former wide receiver at the University of Tulsa, Marion has accumulated diverse coaching experiences across various universities, including positions at Arizona State, Oklahoma Baptist, Howard, William & Mary, Hawaii, and Pitt. He also contributed as the passing game coordinator and wide receivers coach at Texas in 2022, further honing his offensive strategies.
The Buffaloes experienced a tumultuous 2025 season, finishing with a 3-9 record and relying on three different quarterbacks throughout the year. With standout athletes like Heisman Trophy winner Travis Hunter and quarterback Shedeur Sanders heading to the NFL, the team faced significant challenges in maintaining their offensive momentum.
Marion’s hiring signals a new direction for Colorado’s offense as they seek to rebound from recent struggles. His impressive background suggests that he could provide fresh insights and strategies to revitalize the Buffaloes’ performance in the coming season.