Kaidon Salter isn’t asking for handouts—he’s ready to earn his spot. The highly-touted quarterback transfer has made headlines for his willingness to embrace competition, and his sights are set on leading the Colorado Buffaloes. Salter’s confidence and humility make him a fascinating addition to Deion Sanders’ squad.
“No Promises, All Competition”
When asked about the guarantees made during his recruitment, Salter made it clear there were none. “No promises. All competition, and I’m willing to come in and compete,” he told WFAA. The coaching staff’s trust in Salter goes beyond his arm. They see him as a mentor for JuJu Lewis, the Buffaloes’ star freshman quarterback recruit. “They wanted somebody in the room that can mentor him…and I feel like I’m that guy,” Salter said. This sets the stage for a healthy rivalry, with Salter prepared to help Lewis while also pushing him in a competitive QB room.
Respect for JuJu Lewis
Salter knows what Lewis brings to the table. Having met him at Elite 11, Salter describes Lewis as “a playmaker, one of the best quarterbacks in his class.” The mutual respect between the two quarterbacks is evident. Salter emphasized that the competition is about making each other better: “It’s all love over there, and it’ll be a great competition between us.” For fans, this dynamic offers hope for a quarterback room united in the pursuit of success.