“Why man wtf”: CFB fans left heartbroken as Colorado DL coach Damione Lewis takes on Miami job

Deion Sanders' Colorado Buffaloes are undergoing changes to their coaching staff. Defensive line coach Damione Lewis, who was hired by the university earlier this year, has departed for the Miami Hurricanes.

Lewis helped elevate the Buffaloes defense. In 2023, the Buffaloes allowed an average of 30.2 points per game, ranking 98th nationally. By 2024, this figure had decreased to 23.1, placing them 42nd in the nation.

Many fans believe that Lewis’ departure, while disappointing, is just part of the business of college football. They also questioned what would happen next.

“Why man wtf,” one fan said.

"Noooo," another fan said.

"I hate how so many come after CU coaches each year. I wonder if CU tried giving him a contract extension," one fan questioned.

"Please no. Please. No," another said.

Some fans remained optimistic.

“Next man up. This is what happens when you're winning. Elevation,” one fan said.

“Prime knew about this well before it is announced. The real question is, how great is the key next d line coach gonna be?" another supporter expressed.

Who is Miami's new DL coach Damione Lewis?

Born on March 1, 1978, in Sulphur Springs, Texas, Damione Lewis played college football at the University of Miami, where he earned All-Big East honors in 1999 and 2000. During his 10-year NFL career, he played for the St. Louis Rams, Carolina Panthers, New England Patriots and Houston Texans after being chosen by the Rams in the first round of the 2001 NFL draft.

After retiring, Lewis transitioned into coaching. In 2019, he served as the assistant athletic director of football/player development at Florida International University. In 2020, he joined the Seattle Seahawks as a defensive line coach and remained in the role until 2023.

Lewis joined the Colorado Buffaloes as a defensive analyst in March 2023. He was promoted to defensive line coach in July 2024, replacing Sal Sunseri.