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Why a famous rapper turned up at a college football practice

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Colorado Buffaloes Coach Deion Sanders addresses the Buffaloes penalties during games
  • Colorado Buffaloes coach Deion Sanders invited rapper Ice Cube to a team practice to deliver a motivational speech.
  • Ice Cube encouraged the players to put in the necessary work, stating it would ultimately pay off for them.
  • Sanders emphasised accountability for his team, prioritising securing wins over defining a specific team identity.
  • The coach has not yet named a starting quarterback, but expects both leadership and consistency from whoever takes the role.
  • Sanders noted the team's resilience after a recent loss, with defensive players voluntarily attending practice in full pads.
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