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Shedeur Sanders comments after death of former Colorado teammate
Summary
Deion Sanders announced that 23-year-old Dominiq Ponder died in a reported single-car accident, and Shedeur Sanders posted a brief social media message saying "Hurt about this."
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Deion Sanders announced that Colorado quarterback Dominiq Ponder has died in a reported single-car accident. Ponder was 23. He transferred from Bethune-Cookman and spent the past two seasons at Colorado while pursuing a larger role. Former starting quarterback Shedeur Sanders posted a short social media message in response.
Key facts:
- Deion Sanders announced Ponder's death and offered words asking for comfort for the family.
- Ponder, 23, was reported to have died in a single-car accident.
- Shedeur Sanders posted the message "Hurt about this" on social media, along with a heartbreak emoji.
- Colorado athletic director Fernando Lovo issued a statement noting Ponder's leadership and impact on teammates.
Summary:
The university and former teammates have issued statements acknowledging Ponder's death and expressing grief. Undetermined at this time.
