If you're not already on the DeKalon Taylor hype train, now’s the time to hop on.
The University of the Incarnate Word running back — and certified human highlight reel — visited Boulder today. And let me tell you, Buffs fans, this dude isn’t just fast. He’s history-making fast.
Taylor holds the longest rushing touchdown in UIW history: a ridiculous 97-yard sprint that looked like something out of a video game.
Last season at UIW, he posted 909 rushing yards, nine touchdowns, 22 receptions, and nearly 300 punt return yards with a house call thrown in. He’s not just an RB — he’s a full-blown weapon, and he’s got Coach Prime written all over him.
Colorado’s backfield has been a point of focus since the spring, and Coach Prime made it clear after the Black & Gold game: he’s looking for more RBs after losing Isaiah Augustave. Taylor brings exactly that — speed, vision, and versatility.
What stands out even more is how he’s developed. From a modest freshman season in 2022 to back-to-back All-Conference honors, Taylor’s trajectory is skyrocketing. He’s a return threat, a receiving option, and a back who can hit the hole and go
This visit could be the start of something electric. Keep your eyes on Taylor.
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