In an unexpected turn of events, Colorado coach Deion Sanders and his players have made a decision to no longer answer questions from local columnist Sean Keeler. The rift between Sanders and Keeler began during the team's media day on August 9th when Sanders abruptly cut off a question from the Denver Post writer, leading to a brief exchange.

Sanders voiced his frustration with Keeler, questioning his motives and expressing his disbelief in Keeler's persistent questioning. "You don't like us, man. Why do you do this to yourself? Why do you do this, though? No, I'm serious. Why do you do this? It would be hard for me to really engage with or someone or something I really don't like. I'm just asking why? What did I do?" Sanders remarked.

In response to this incident, Colorado officials issued a statement on Friday citing "a series of sustained, personal attacks" as the reason behind Keeler's ban. The university's communication staff specifically took issue with certain terms used by Keeler such as "false prophet," "Deposition Deion," "Planet Prime," "Bruce Lee of B.S.," "the Deion Kool-Aid," and "circus." The statement further clarified that Keeler would still be allowed to attend football-related activities as a credentialed member of the media, but he will no longer be able to ask questions to Sanders or the players.

It is important to note that Keeler, who works as a columnist for the Denver Post and does not cover Colorado full-time, will still maintain his credentials for events. However, CU officials have labeled the ban on Keeler's questions as "indefinite," though they have not confirmed whether the ban was initiated at Sanders' request.

The Denver Post currently does not have a dedicated reporter assigned to cover Colorado sports full-time. While Keeler's ban specifically prohibits him from asking questions to the football program personnel, he is still permitted to cover and ask questions in relation to other CU athletics programs and athletics administrators.

Details regarding the ban on Keeler's questions emerged on August 12th, with CU promptly notifying Keeler about the decision the following day. The Post disclosed that two of its editors met with university officials to clarify the situation and requested an official statement, which was ultimately provided on Friday. CU further acknowledged that Keeler had not violated any media policies.

This is not the first time Sanders has taken such action against a reporter. In July 2021, he banned reporter Rashad Milligan of the Jackson Clarion-Ledger from covering his appearances at SWAC media day, following Milligan's report on an incoming JSU recruit facing a domestic violence charge.

The impact of this boycott on the media landscape and future interactions between Sanders, his players, and the local columnist remains to be seen. No official comments have been made by either Sanders or CU spokesman regarding the matter at this time.