Following the 2026 NFL Draft , several former Colorado Buffaloes are set to compete for roster spots in mini-camps and training camps, and there could be several opportunities for new players to break out next season.  With that in mind, there should be an opportunity for a few players to carve out new roles for themselves in the hope of having one of the better seasons under Colorado coach Deion Sanders .  So here are three players who could surprise the college football world in 2026 with breakout performances on the field.  Sep 6, 2025; Tuscaloosa, Alabama, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide running back Richard Young (9) sprints to the endzone for a touchdown during the first quarter against the Louisiana Monroe Warhawks at Saban Field at Bryant-Denny Stadium.…