Colorado quarterback Julian Lewis is recovering in a local hospital following a medical emergency at the university’s athletic facility on October 28, 2026. His father confirmed the incident on social media, while athletic department officials announced their full support for the sophomore player during his recovery.
Colorado Buffaloes sophomore quarterback Julian Lewis was promptly transported to a hospital on Wednesday, October 28, 2026, after experiencing a medical emergency at the University of Colorado athletic facility. His father, T. Carlton Lewis, shared the update publicly on X the following morning to inform the program’s supporters about the sudden health scare. The 19-year-old signal-caller began his collegiate career as a recruit from Carrollton High School in Carrollton, Georgia, before committing to the Buffaloes as a four-star prospect in November 2024. During his true freshman campaign in 2025, Lewis saw action in four total games, making two starts while completing 52 of 94 passes for 589 yards and four touchdowns without throwing an interception.
Yesterday, Julian experienced a medical emergency at the University of Colorado athletic facility and was promptly transported to the hospital. He is recovering and thankful to his medical team, teammates, and Colorado fans for their prayers and support. Please respect Julian and the Lewis family’s privacy. We will have no further comment at this time.
T. Carlton Lewis
University officials noted that every player, coach, and staff member keeps the sophomore in their thoughts as medical professionals monitor his condition.
Colorado Athletics extends our full support to JuJu and his family through this medical emergency. He remains in the thoughts of every CU player, coach, and staff member and we will continue to assist in any way we can in his full recovery. His health and well-being remain our top priority during this time.
Colorado Athletics
Player Availability and Recent Team Struggles
The medical emergency preceded the release of the weekly Big 12 player availability report on October 28, 2026, where Lewis was listed as doubtful for the upcoming game at Folsom Field against Kansas State. The Buffaloes hold a 2-5 overall record, having suffered five consecutive defeats.
BREAKING: Colorado QB Julian Lewis suffered a medical emergency at the Buffaloes athletic facility on Thursday, his family announced.Lewis is currently recovering. pic.twitter.com/6Ca69YXLJK
Lewis began the season as the starting quarterback under head coach Deion Sanders, completing 61 of 95 passes for 733 yards with six touchdowns and two interceptions across four starts. As a starter, he led the Buffaloes to victories over the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets and the Weber State Wildcats before suffering a defeat against the Northwestern Wildcats. Isaac Wilson took over starting duties following Lewis’s benching at halftime during a 23-13 loss to the Baylor Bears on September 26, 2026, where Lewis had completed passes for 75 yards before being replaced as the team trailed 10-3.
Deion Sanders Addresses Roster Decisions Prior to Hospitalization
Head coach Deion Sanders faced media questions regarding Lewis’s status with the team just days prior to the medical incident. Sanders defended his personnel choices while speaking with reporters on Tuesday, pushing back on accusations that he treated the young signal-caller unfairly during the offensive struggles.
That’s on him. I don’t play games with young men in their careers and hate on folks. If anything, I’m too forgiving and very kind. I don’t play those games with kids.
Deion Sanders, Head Coach
Sanders also declined to elaborate on whether the quarterback had been actively competing to regain the starting job before the emergency occurred, emphasizing that locker room dynamics often involve internal factors unknown to the general public.
I’m not going to go down that rabbit hole.
Deion Sanders, Head Coach
Fan Reaction and Upcoming Saturday Matchup
Following the public announcement, Colorado supporters and teammates shared messages of encouragement on social media. Wide receiver Joseph Williams posted a message on X directed at his teammate, expressing affection and solidarity for the sidelined sophomore.
Praying for you 10 I love you man God has your back twin
Joseph Williams, Wide Receiver
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