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The whirlwind surrounding Deion Sanders and the Colorado Buffaloes continues, now with a new twist. Ivan Yates, a highly-touted cornerback recruit from Furman, made waves when he committed to Colorado just last month. However, the excitement quickly turned to controversy when his father, Cory Yates, made a startling revelation about his son's decision.
In a YouTube video posted on June 16 by ISmokeHipHop Live, Cory Yates shared an unexpected confession: "He said his son didn't feel like going through the transfer portal and going through all this as far as the opportunities." This statement left fans stunned, especially since Ivan Yates had previously expressed great enthusiasm about ing the Buffaloes.
Ivan had praised Sanders, a.k.a. Coach Prime, and the coaching staff at Colorado, noting, "Having Coach Prime there definitely provides an immense amount of value. The coaches at Colorado are genuine and knowledgeable. I like the area and their facilities are nice, too."
Nobody understands Yates' decision
Given these positive comments, the revelation of his half-hearted commitment raised many eyebrows within the Buffs Nation. Yates, who has one year of eligibility left after a solid four-year stint at Furman, has an impressive resume.
The 6-foot, 180-pound cornerback played in 37 games, starting 15, and recorded 93 tackles and 13 defended es. He also earned a spot on the Southern Conference Academic Honor Roll in 2022. His track record made his seemingly reluctant transfer to Colorado all the more puzzling.
Fans are left questioning why Yates would make such a move if his heart wasn't fully in it. Speculation abounds: was it the allure of playing under Coach Prime, the opportunity to a high-profile program, or the chance to play alongside standout players like LaJohntay Wester and Jordan Seaton?
Perhaps it was the prospect of entering the transfer portal in 2025 with the prestigious Colorado name on his resume, enhancing his chances of being drafted like Shedeur Sanders and Travis Hunter, who are already considered first-round prospects.
Yates should be a valuable asset for Sanders
Despite his father's confession casting a shadow over his transfer, Ivan Yates' potential contributions to the Buffaloes are eagerly anticipated. Fans will be watching closely to see how he performs and if he can live up to the high expectations set by his predecessors.
As the Buffaloes gear up for the season, the spotlight will undoubtedly be on Ivan Yates, not just for his on-field performance but also for how he handles the pressure and scrutiny following this shocking revelation.