Julian “Ju Ju” Lewis has announced his commitment to the University of Colorado, and Buffaloes fans are excited to have a five-star quarterback to replace Shedeur Sanders, who is set to enter the NFL next season. Lewis has been in the limelight since his starting days at Carrollton High School, with some NFL superstars already recognizing his potential.
Video of Julian Lewis Wowing Onlookers Surfaces
A video of 14-year-old Lewis practicing perfect throws with his receivers is circulating on the internet. Houston Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud and Los Angeles Chargers safety Derwin James are also practicing with him.
In the video, James initially expresses doubt, saying, “He’s gonna be scared.” However, as the young quarterback delivers back-to-back perfect throws to his receiver, James is amazed by his skills. Stroud is equally impressed, shouting, “Yes sir! Good ball, boy!” as Lewis confidently connects with his receiver.
Throwback to 2025 5⭐️ QB Julian Lewis impressing NFL superstars Derwin James and CJ Stroud 🔥 #SkoBuffs pic.twitter.com/dZXU72H894
— We Coming 🦬 (@SkoBuffsGoBuffs) November 22, 2024
The now-17-year-old Lewis, who committed to the Buffs on the Pat McAfee Show on Thursday (Nov. 21), now not only has the attention of some famous NFL players but the entire football world. Deion Sanders is already excited to coach the young QB, and in a recent interview, he weighed in on his commitment, stating:
“I can’t wait to be a part of his life and coach him.”
Coach Prime weighs in on the commitment of Julian Lewis to Colorado:
“I can’t wait to be apart of his life and coach him.”
PRIME NOT GOIN NOWHERE! pic.twitter.com/jQvpFaldVc
— GUCCE🦬🐦⬛ (@gucceCU) November 21, 2024
Now, Lewis seems to be on the way to becoming Coach Prime’s new favorite, as Travis Hunter and Shedeur Sanders depart for the NFL next season.
All eyes will be on ESPN’s No. 2-ranked quarterback as he is about to join a program that is making headlines for all the right reasons.
Julian Lewis’ Epic Commitment Announcement
“It’s definitely perfect timing! #Committed #SkoBuffs”
It’s definitely perfect timing! #Committed #SkoBuffs 🦬 pic.twitter.com/5jp5kh7ZT6
— Julian "Ju Ju" Lewis QB (@JulianLewis10) November 21, 2024
In the video, there were glimpses of his childhood wearing different football jerseys, showcasing his passion from a young age. However, what caught the eye was the ending, where Lewis is sitting on a throne and Shedeur hands him a key with “Legendary” written on it, while the voice-over says, “As Shedeur Sanders leaves to go to the next level, the next legend at Colorado arrives.”
In his three seasons at Carrollton, Lewis has racked up 10,054 yards, 136 touchdown passes, and just 18 interceptions in 39 games, with a pass completion percentage of 69%. Colorado has high hopes for this young quarterback to take the program to even greater heights.