Shilo Sanders, a senior safety for the Colorado Buffaloes, is drawing comparisons to one of the NFL’s top safeties, Jesse Bates, under the tutelage of defensive coordinator Robert Livingston. Livingston, who coached Bates during his time with the Cincinnati Bengals, sees similar qualities in Sanders, who transferred to Colorado from South Carolina and Jackson State last year. Sanders, who finished second on the team in tackles last season, is known for his hard-hitting style and his ability to make big plays. Livingston believes that Sanders, along with fellow safety Cam’Ron Silmon-Craig, can be the leaders of the Colorado defense.
Sanders is embracing Livingston’s approach, which emphasizes playing with freedom and instinct. He believes that this will allow him to take his game to the next level. Silmon-Craig, who played with Sanders at Jackson State, is also excited about the potential of Livingston’s defense.
Despite a disappointing 4-8 record in 2023, the Buffaloes are motivated to improve this season. They are confident that Sanders and Silmon-Craig can be the leaders of the defense and help them achieve their goals.
Sanders and Silmon-Craig will be key players for the Colorado Buffaloes in 2024. With Livingston’s guidance, they have the potential to become one of the top safety tandems in college football.
