Deion Sanders and the Colorado Buffaloes have been making waves in the transfer portal, aggressively seeking to bolster their defensive line. Among their new recruits is EDGE rusher Yamil Talib, a transfer from Charlotte and the nephew of former NFL standout Aqib Talib. Yamil recently shared his high expectations for the 2026 season in a video with Darius Sanders.
Talib's ambitions are clear and bold: "I want to compete for the Big 12 Championship," he declared, setting the bar high for his inaugural season in Boulder.
Although Talib wasn't part of the Buffaloes' challenging 3-9 campaign in 2025, where they managed just one Big 12 Conference win, he's optimistic about the team's prospects for 2026. Standing at 6-foot-2 and weighing 240 pounds, Talib initially signed with Oklahoma State in 2024 before moving to Charlotte in 2025. During his time with the 49ers, he made a notable impact with 28 tackles, four tackles for loss, and 1.5 sacks.
While he may not be the most prolific pass rusher joining the Buffaloes, Talib's skills as a pass rush specialist are expected to play a significant role in Colorado's defensive strategy.