Colorado football mourns the tragic loss of quarterback Dominiq Ponder, who died at 23 on March 1, 2026. He was one of the budding stars of the Colorado team. His sudden death was confirmed by Deion Sanders. As per reports, he died due to an accident. The accident, involving a Tesla that lost control and caught fire, sent shockwaves through the team. Coach Deion Sanders and teammates remembered Ponder for his positive energy and leadership, highlighting his promising, albeit brief, career.
