Will Nike outfit Colorado like Oregon?

Coach Prime rejoining the world's largest athletic brand could lead to bigger opportunities for the Buffs

Deion Sanders officially re-joined Nike's lineup last week. A move months in the making for CU's football coach, ending a 14-year strained relationship between the two sides. It's great news for sneakerheads who'll be waiting for Deion's Diamond Turf shoes to reemerge into the marketplace.

The wildly popular footwear made famous by Prime in the 90s will be back soon. Sanders gave an update on inking with Nike and what it means for CU athletics.

"Rick (George) and I went up to Nike several months ago to see the vision and the goal of what we're trying to attain with our young men," Sanders told Thee Pregame Show. "I can't give you everything that's going to transpire, but you're going to be excited when you see. Not only the Footwear, but with the uniforms, you're going to be excited about it."

Sanders is a mastermind of negotiation, and with his return to Nike, people are asking if Colorado will be outfitted like Oregon? Both sides haven't said publicly if that's in the works or not, but Coach Prime's comments leave it open to speculation.

Oregon has showcased Nike's impressive creations with over 500 uniform combinations throughout the years. No other school on the college scene has been treated with such a unique set of gear to wear on the field. It's possible Sanders could change that with Colorado being the second institution for Nike exclusives. The history of Oregon's paradigm-shifting uniforms can be traced back to 1996, when Nike co-founder Phil Knight began a partnership with the Pac-12 school.

Coach Prime thanked Under Armour for many great years of an outstanding working relationship. It's bittersweet for Sanders to be leaving the UA family, but he's looking forward to what Nike can bring to the table at Colorado.

At this point, Nike should strongly consider building a high altitude HQ division in Boulder. Many of the top-tier technology companies have already set up shop next to the flatirons. The idea makes perfect sense and would be a test for expansion to other areas of the country.