The surprising resignation of Tim Brewster as the TE coach of the Colorado Buffaloes marks the team’s first off-season change under Deion Sanders’ leadership. This was Tim’s first year with the Buffs as he came to Colorado with Coach Prime after serving one season with him at Jackson State.
Brewster is known for his esteemed career in coaching and recruiting in High School, College Football, and even the NFL. He is considered one of the best college recruiters at present, who is currently searching for a new job. And his exit from Colorado was greatly felt.
Players React To Tim Brewster’s Departure
Soon after Colorado’s 4-8 season came to an end with a six-game losing streak, Tim Brewster who had worked with Deion Sanders in the past two seasons announced his departure from Boulder.
Following Deion Sanders’ announcement of Tim’s resignation, the TE coach took to X (formerly Twitter) to pen down a heartfelt adieu to the team. The tweet read, “I’ve resigned and just want to say Thank You to Prime! Just a truly amazing man and leader!! Buff Nation all and wish staff players much continued success!! God Bless all!!”
The tweet sparked a wave of reaction from multiple Buffs players, who were deeply impacted by Tim during his tenure with the Buffs.
Ryan Staub, the backup QB of Colorado said, “We appreciate you Coach! Will never forget your great speeches and the positive energy you brought into the building everyday!”
Alejandro Mata, the placekicker of the Buffs wrote, “Imma miss you coach Brew, much love and thank you for everything u did for me.”
WR Willie Gaines tweeted, “Tim Brewster damn love ya coach I appreciate all the speeches from you the last 2 years I’ll never forget that and consistency you had everyday showing love I appreciate u coach.”
WR Kendall Stewart wrote, “Thank you for everything!!”
Colorado offensive lineman Jeremiah McCrimmon wrote, “Preciate you coach thank you for everything you’ve done for me, and I pray for the best in whatever is coming in your future LOVE always.“
The love and appreciation poured by so many Colorado players shows how much of an influential figure Tim Brewster is. As of now, Brewster is in Charlotte after quitting CU. However, his next coaching destination remains unknown.
Tim Brewster’s Coaching Legacy
Tim Brewster kicked off his coaching career with Purdue in 1986 as the Graduate Assistant after his unsuccessful attempt at playing in the NFL. He gradually climbed the coaching ladder with his multiple stints with different teams.
Tim’s remarkable skill as a coach and recruit earned him a job in the NFL as he became the TE coach for the Chargers (2002-2004) and the Broncos (2005-2006).
However, he found massive recognition in College Football because of his success as the head coach of Minnesota (2007-2010), along with other stints at Mississippi State (2012), Florida State (2013-2017), and Texas A&M (2018).
In his 36 years as a coach, Tim Brewster has touched many lives and become a part of many success stories for players. One of his most recent successes has seen him play a pivotal role in the development of TE Kyle Pitts who won the John Mackey Award before being drafted No. 4 overall in 2021.
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