Summary
The Colorado Buffaloes were fined $50,000 by the Big 12 Conference after their fans used discriminatory language against The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints during a game against BYU. Both Colorado's head coach, Deion Sanders, and the university apologized and condemned the behavior. Colorado plans to enforce its fan code of conduct.
Key Facts
- The Big 12 fined Colorado $50,000 after fans chanted derogatory remarks against a religious group.
- The incident occurred during a football game between Colorado and BYU.
- The conference issued a public reprimand to the university.
- Deion Sanders, Colorado's head coach, publicly apologized and stated the behavior is not representative of the school.
- BYU condemned the chants and appreciated Colorado's response.
- Colorado's leaders promised to hold the responsible fans accountable.
- Colorado's team record stands at 2 wins and 3 losses for the season.
