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One Colorado Transfer That Can Become Key Piece in the Buffaloes Secondary

Colorado adds New Mexico State transfer Naeten Mitchell to bolster its safety group for 2026.
Mitchell’s speed and playmaking could allow him to roam the back end effectively.
Colorado hopes Fontenette and Boyd can bolster run support to free Mitchell to roam.
Mitchell posted 93 tackles and 1.5 TFLs last season, showing solid physicality.
His versatility could let him play nickel or outside corner when needed.
Colorado’s 2025 run defense struggle is a focus for improvement with Mitchell in the lineup.
Mitchell could become a key piece in the Buffaloes’ defense if he brings physicality to the back end.
The transfer aligns with Colorado’s speed, physicality, violence, and versatility defensive philosophy.
Mitchell’s ball production suggests value as a high-impact safety in the Big 12.

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