For anyone who watched Colorado this past season, it was evident that the Buffs needed help on the offensive line. Fortunately, they’ve wasted little time this offseason in adding reinforcements along the line.
After getting commitments from transfer offensive linemen Tyler Johnson and Yakiri Walker early on Saturday, Colorado secured pledges from another pair of transfer OLs later that evening.
Former UTEP guard Justin Mayers was first. The 6-foot-3, 310-pound road grader was considered one of the top linemen available in the transfer portal and should be a favorite to start at one of the guard spots next season. In 2022, Mayers was an All-Conference USA honorable mention selection as well.
#IBelieve #SkoBuffs 🦬 pic.twitter.com/Qx6PXgi8s3
— Justin Mayers (@JustinMayers99) December 10, 2023
Fans were over the moon about getting Mayers after landing Johson and Walker, but the excellent news wasn’t done for the day.
Soon after Mayers announced his pledge, former Indiana offensive tackle Kahlil Benson decided to pull the trigger on his commitment, giving new O-line coach Phil Loadholt four new transfers to supplement his group.
Listed at 6-foot-6, 310 pounds, Benson excels in pass protection and was a 12-game starter for the Hoosiers this past season.
Enough Said Remaining Louie Luggage ‼️🦬 @CUBuffsFootball @DeionSanders @KTOMom @reggie6280 pic.twitter.com/G4kXynMKhL
— Kahlil Benson (@BensonKahlil) December 10, 2023
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