Ben Armendariz

Joined: Apr 8, 2025

Ben Armendariz is a reporter for Colorado Buffaloes on SI, part of the Sports Illustrated Network. While earning his bachelor’s degree in Journalism with a minor in Sports Media from the University of Colorado, he contributed to Buffs coverage through CUBuffs.com and Sko Buff Sports. He’s also covered professional combat sports as a contributor for FloCombat. A lifelong sports fan, Ben is now pursuing a master’s degree in Sports Management at Texas A&M University, with plans to build a long-term career in sports media. His passion for storytelling, in-depth analysis, and unique perspectives on sports marketing and sponsorships set his work apart. Outside of reporting and school, he enjoys attending Colorado Avalanche and Denver Nuggets games and running his online vintage retail business.

Apr 11, 2026; Boulder, CO, USA; Colorado Buffaloes head coach Deion Sanders during the spring game at Folsom Field. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images

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Apr 19, 2025; Boulder, CO, USA; Colorado Buffaloes head coach Deion Sanders during the spring game at Folsom Field. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-Imagn Images

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Sep 6, 2025; Boulder, Colorado, USA; Colorado Buffaloes head coach Deion Sanders before the game against the Delaware Fightin Blue Hens at Folsom Field. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images

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Mar 31, 2026; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Dallas Cowboys head coach Brian Schottenheimer during the 2026 NFL Annual League Meeting at the Arizona Biltmore.

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One Colorado Buffaloes NFL Draft Prospect will attend the Dallas Cowboys’ local pro day.

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The Colorado Buffaloes look to add another playmaker to an already loaded receiver group thanks to a positive injury update.

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Colorado Buffaloes quarterback Julian “JuJu” Lewis is building early chemistry with his wide receivers, especially Kam Perry, as a spring touchdown connection highlights the potential of Brennan Marion’s new-look offense.

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Colorado Buffaloes offensive coordinator Brennan Marion is under contract through January 2028, but if his offense takes off in Boulder, outside interest could follow.

Sep 6, 2025; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; Utah Utes quarterback Isaac Wilson (11) warms up before the game against the Cal Poly Mustangs at Rice-Eccles Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Rob Gray-Imagn Images

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Colorado Buffaloes spring football camp is heating up, as a clip of quarterback Isaac Wilson working with wideouts Danny Scudero and Kam Perry hints at a possible quarterback battle brewing in Boulder under Brennan Marion’s Go-Go offense.

Colorado Buffaloes coach Deion Sanders has added another familiar face to his coaching staff.

Aug 12, 2023; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Carolina Panthers safety Vonn Bell (24) during the second half against the New York Jets at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images

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The Colorado Buffaloes have officially promoted nine-year NFL veteran Vonn Bell to safeties coach for the 2026 season. Deion Sanders’ latest move reinforces Colorado’s NFL pipeline approach and keeps a pro-level presence embedded in the secondary.

Apr 27, 2024; Boulder, CO, USA; Colorado Buffaloes defensive line coach Warren Sapp reacts on the sideline during a spring game event at Folsom Field. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images

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Colorado Buffaloes legend Warren Sapp is stepping away from the program, but despite the timing of his departure, there appears to be no turmoil between Sapp and Deion Sanders as spring practices approach.

Aug 29, 2024; Boulder, Colorado, USA; Colorado Buffaloes senior quality control Warren Sapp in the first half against the North Dakota State Bison at Folsom Field. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images

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After just two seasons in Boulder, NFL legend Warren Sapp is leaving the Colorado Buffaloes, adding to a wave of defensive coaching departures ahead of spring practices. Now, questions linger about the timing and what it means for CU moving forward.

Sep 28, 2025; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Baltimore Ravens wide receiver Lajohntay Wester (83) leaves the field after a game against the Kansas City Chiefs at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jay Biggerstaff-Imagn Images

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Baltimore Ravens wide receiver LaJohntay Wester returned to Boulder to train at team facilities. The former Colorado Buffaloes star delivered a message to redshirt freshman quarterback Julian “JuJu” Lewis about what it takes to reach the next level.

Feb 22, 2025; Boulder, Colorado, USA; Colorado Buffaloes fan Peggy Coppom cheers in the first half against the Baylor Bears at the CU Events Center. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images

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Colorado Buffaloes 101-year-old super fan Mrs. Peggy Coppom brought the Coors Event Center to its feet Saturday night, helping spark the women’s basketball team to a fifth straight win while reminding college sports what true loyalty looks like.

Nov 1, 2025; Boulder, Colorado, USA; Colorado Buffaloes head coach Deion Sanders before the game against the Arizona Wildcats at Folsom Field. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images

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Colorado Buffaloes offensive coordinator Brennan Marion revisited his humble beginnings by reposting a feature from his first head coaching job. Now in Boulder, Marion brings experience, innovation, and new belief to Deion Sanders’ offense entering 2026.

Ben Armendariz

Joined: Apr 8, 2025

Colorado Buffaloes' Spring Game Celebration Turns Heads

Julian Lewis Shows Signs of Following in Shedeur Sanders’ Footsteps at Colorado

Colorado Transfer Buzz Gains Momentum Ahead of Spring Game

Colorado Buffaloes Recruiting Buzz on Display Ahead of Spring Game

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Former Colorado Standout Earns Dallas Cowboys Workout Before NFL Draft

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Colorado Buffaloes Wide Receiver Injury Recovery Draws Attention

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Quarterback Julian Lewis Turning Heads With Colorado Receivers In Practice

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One Big Question for Deion Sanders if Brennan Marion's Colorado Offense Takes Off

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Colorado Quarterback Battle Is Heating Up Around Julian Lewis, Isaac Wilson

Deion Sanders Reunites With Former Jackson State Player on Colorado Staff

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Former NFL Star Vonn Bell Named To Colorado's New Coaching Staff

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Warren Sapp’s Exit Adds Intrigue to Colorado’s Spring Reset

What Warren Sapp's Exit Means For Colorado Heading into Spring Practices

Colorado Fans Will Love LaJohntay Wester’s Message to Julian Lewis

Miss Peggy Helps Colorado Women's Basketball Extend Win Streak

Brennan Marion’s Rise Aligns With Deion Sanders’ Vision at Colorado