WATCH: Deion Sanders shows love to Colorado superfan Peggy with his firm promise

Deion Sanders has made a profound promise to Colorado superfan Peggy Coppom for her unwavering support. After the Buffaloes' thrilling 31-26 victory over North Dakota State on August 29, where quarterback Shedeur Sanders and two-way star Travis Hunter excelled, Coach Prime grabbed the mic and made a bold declaration to the roaring crowd on Thursday night.

Coach Prime promised Miss Peggy that the team is ready to make this season special and that they are one step closer to getting her to a bowl game.

“Miss Peggy, I love you,” Sanders said. “One step closer to getting you to a bowl game.”

The 99-year-old superfan, Peggy, had a memorable last season after forming a special bond with Coach Prime, who visited her home in January to introduce himself.

Last season also Sanders told the crowd:

“We’re gonna get Peggy to a bowl game next year,” he said [H/t USA Today].

Their connection even landed them on the cover of Sports Illustrated, and Peggy is featured in Sanders' documentary series on Amazon Prime Video.

In Boulder, wide receiver Hunter's three touchdowns made all the difference in a game full of key plays. Shedeur also had an outstanding performance, throwing for 445 yards and four touchdowns.

While the goal is to take Miss Peggy to a bowl game, the Buffaloes first have to face Nebraska on the road next Saturday night. Kickoff is set for 7:30 p.m. ET.

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Peggy’s dedication to CU sports stretches back to her time as a student during World War II

Peggy Coppom, an Irish Catholic great-grandmother from a small town in eastern Colorado, is as genuine as they come. Known for her unshakable loyalty to Colorado University sports, Peggy is a true Buffs superfan.

According to the New York Post, she’s been cheering on the teams since the 1940s, attending over 3,000 games with her identical twin sister, Betty Hoover, who sadly passed away in 2020 at the age of 95.

Colorado Buffaloes fans Peggy Coppom (left) and Betty Hoover (right) cheer on (Source: IMAGN)

Before Coach Prime came to Colorado, Peggy and Betty were already local legends, always dressed alike and passionately supporting CU sports. Peggy even spent a year as a CU student during World War II.

Reflecting on her impact, Sanders described Peggy as “unbelievable”:

“Peggy is unbelievable, man,” he said [H/t USA Today]. “She’s a pillar of stability. She’s a pillar of love, a pillar of hope, of consistency, legacy. And she’s so dear.”

Over the past 80 years, Peggy has witnessed 16 football coaches come and go, but her dedication to CU remains unwavering.