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Deion Sanders unconventional approach will be a game changer for Colorado

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36 mins ago

August 25, 2024

Deion Sanders unconventional approach will be a game changer for Colorado

Deion Sanders is entering his second season as the head coach of the Colorado Buffaloes’ football team, and his tenure has been marked by both attention and criticism. His unconventional approach, including cutting and replacing players through the transfer portal, has drawn skepticism from the media. After a promising start last season, the Buffaloes collapsed to finish 4-8, which only intensified scrutiny.

One of Sanders’ most vocal critics has been Sean Keeler, a columnist for the Denver Post. Keeler has consistently targeted Sanders with sharp criticisms, even labeling him a “false prophet” and the “Bruce Lee of B.S.” in a February column. This ongoing tension escalated when Colorado’s athletic department informed the Denver Post that Sanders and other football program members would no longer take questions from Keeler, citing sustained personal attacks in Keeler’s columns. However, Keeler was still allowed access to games and practices.

The decision to ban Keeler from asking questions sparked widespread criticism in the media, with many accusing Sanders of employing “bully tactics” and fostering a personality cult instead of building a football program, according to Pro Football Talk’s Mike Florio. Sanders responded to the controversy, stating that he is not driven by negative comments or articles. Instead, he emphasized his personal experiences as the motivation behind his approach to coaching.

“I’ve never read an article or comment that … I’m going to go hard because of it,” coach Sanders said Saturday. “It doesn’t propel me. Where I come from propels me. How I grew up propels me. Being an African-American, one of the few that’s a head coach in college football, that kind of stuff propels me.”

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He went on to say, “You’re taking the approach I’m going to be negative. I’m not negative to anybody (in the media). I will challenge you and ask why or where this is coming from,” said Sanders, dismissing any suggestion he might hold a grudge. “I’m not built like that. I’m not built to hate. I’m not a hateful guy. I come with love … I don’t come with the bull junk. I come with the peace and the joy.”

The conflict raises broader questions about the role of the media and the limits of professional criticism. Some argue that banning a journalist from asking questions could stifle critical coverage and create an echo chamber, while others believe that access to a program is a privilege that can be revoked when professionalism is lacking. Regardless of where one stands, this situation has only amplified the attention on Sanders and the Colorado Buffaloes, making their upcoming season one to watch closely.

Colorado is four days away from opening the 2024 football season against FCS Powerhouse North Dakota State.

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Melissa C. Meirink appointed to the Colorado Court of Appeals

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7 hours ago

August 25, 2024

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Colorado Governor Jared Polis has appointed Melissa C. Meirink to the Colorado Court of Appeals. The vacancy is created by the Honorable Anthony J. Navarro not standing for retention. The appointment is effective January 14, 2025.

Meirink is a Staff Attorney for the Colorado Supreme Court, a position she has held since 2014. Her practice consists of reviewing criminal and civil appeals to assist the Colorado Supreme Court.

Previously, Meirink was a Senior Associate at Greenberg Traurig LLP (2011-2013), and an Associate at Holland & Hart LLP (2005-2011).

Meirink earned her B.A. from the University of Colorado Boulder in 2001 and her J.D. from Seattle University School of Law in 2005.

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Colorado Rockies at New York Yankees odds, picks and predictions

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14 hours ago

August 25, 2024

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Colorado Rockies at New York Yankees odds, picks and predictions

The Colorado Rockies (48-82) and New York Yankees (76-54) conclude a 3-game series Sunday. First pitch from Yankee Stadium is set for 1:35 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Rockies vs. Yankees odds and make our expert MLB picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: Tied 1-1

The Rockies broke their 3-game losing streak on Saturday against the Yankees with a 9-2 victory. RF Jake Cave had a day to remember going 4-for-5 with a HR, a double, and 3 RBI. Starter Bradley Blalock earned the 1st win of his career, holding New York to 2 ER over 5 1/3 IP.

RHP Will Warren was knocked out of the game 3 innings in after allowing 6 runs (5 ER) as the Yankees 3-game win streak was snapped. DH Aaron Judge was held homerless for the 1st time in 4 games on Saturday. New York did get a solo home run from LF Alex Verdugo.

Rockies at Yankees projected starters

LHP Austin Gomber vs. RHP Marcus Stroman

Gomber (4-8, 4.64 ERA) makes his 25th start. He has a 1.28 WHIP, 2.2 BB/9 and 6.4 K/9 in 132 IP.

Last start: Win, 7 IP, 1 ER, 3 H, 2 BB, 5 K in 3-1 victory at the Washington Nationals Tuesday
2024 away splits: 3-6, 4.80 ERA (75 IP, 40 ER), 1.31 WHIP, 7.1 K/9 in 14 starts
Only start vs Yankees: Win, 6 IP, 2 ER, 6 H, 0 BB, 2 K in 7-2 victory on July 14, 2023

Stroman (8-6, 3.82 ERA) makes his 25th start. He has a 1.38 WHIP, 3.8 BB/9 and 6.5 K/9 in 127 1/3 IP.

Last start: No-decision, 6 IP, 0 ER, 4 H, 2 BB, 5 K in 3-2 loss at the Detroit Tigers last Sunday
2024 home splits: 3-5, 5.06 ERA (64 IP, 37 R (36 ER), 1.31 WHIP, 8.3 K/9 in 12 starts
Career vs Rockies: 4-2, 2.79 ERA (42 IP, 14 R (13 ER), 0.93 WHIP, 6.0 K/9 in 7 starts

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Rockies at Yankees odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 12:48 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Rockies +240 (bet $100 to win $240) | Yankees -300 (bet $300 to win $100)
Run line (RL)/Against the spread: Rockies +2.5 (-135) | Yankees -2.5 (+110)
Over/Under (O/U): 8.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

Rockies at Yankees picks and predictions

Prediction

Yankees 6, Rockies 2

Moneyline

PASS.

No doubt in my mind that the Yankees (-300) will take this series on Sunday, but definitely not taking those odds. I’ll take my wager to the run line.

Run line/Against the spread

BET YANKEE -2.5 (+110).

The Yankees are 35-29 in the Bronx and 28-16 during day games this season. New York is also 4-1 ATS in their last 5. It’s also very encouraging that Stroman has allowed just 1 ER in his last 11 innings (2 starts). Hard to bet against the team that’s got Judge and his 49 HRs.

Based on record, the Rockies are the 3rd-worst team in the MLB. They are 19-49 away from Coors Field this season.

Over/Under

BET UNDER 8.5 (-105).

My initial instinct was to take the Over but the trends told me to take the Under. The Under has hit in Gomber’s last 4 starts. In their last 5 meetings the Rockies-Yankees are 3-2 against the Under. The Under has hit in 4 of the Rockies last 6 and 2 of the Yankees last 3.

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Colorado Republican leaders vote to remove GOP Chair Dave Williams by a vote of 161.66 to 12

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22 hours ago

August 24, 2024

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Colorado Republican leaders vote to remove GOP Chair Dave Williams by a vote of 161.66 to 12

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Colorado Republicans have voted to remove GOP Party Chair Dave Williams by a vote of 161.66 to 12 on Saturday.

More than 100 Republican leaders across Colorado had previously signed a petition aimed at removing their state party chairman from his position.

Republican state Sen. Barbara Kirkmeyer tweeted “We will be getting a new chair of the State GOP!” after the vote.

The move comes after Williams sent an email attacking gay pride month and referring to the LGBTQ community as “godless groomers,” He also called for the burning of all pride flags on social media.

It isn’t the first time Williams, a state representative whose district includes El Paso County, has come under fire but, for many Republicans, it was the last straw.

Since he took over as GOP chair, Williams has attacked Republicans who don’t meet his purity test, waded into GOP primaries in violation of party bylaws and used state party resources to support his own campaign for Congress.

Williams says those who sign the petition are “weak establishment Republicans” who are “waging civil war.” He says he won’t apologize even if it means losing his position.

He lost his primary bid for Colorado’s 5th Congressional District against Jeff Crank in June.

“Instead of focusing on what unites us, under the leadership of Dave Williams the message from the State GOP has been one of division fueled by hateful narratives,” Kirkmeyer said in June. “It is past time to part ways with Dave Williams. His tactics are undermining our ability to lift up Colorado.”

Williams did not respond to a request for comment Saturday, nor did the Colorado GOP.

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