From Chicago Sun-Times · · 1m 40s
Colorado player apologizes for remarks demeaning Northwestern's temporary stadium
Colorado player apologizes for harsh comments about Northwestern's temporary stadium.
In brief
Colorado player apologizes for harsh comments about Northwestern's temporary stadium. Colorado defensive back Ben Finneseth apologized for calling Northwestern's temporary stadium 'a (expletive) library' after coach Deion Sanders dismissed players for pattern of behavior. Originally reported by Chicago Sun-Times.
Colorado player apologizes
Colorado defensive back Ben Finneseth apologized for calling Northwestern's temporary stadium 'a (expletive) library' in a video.
“(expletive) sounds like a (expletive) library. It’s football.”
Player promises change
Finneseth said it was 'childish' and 'stupid' and promised it would not happen again, vowing to be more mature.
“It was childish. It was a stupid thing that I said. It won’t happen again...”
Coach dismisses players
Coach Deion Sanders dismissed several players for a pattern of behavior, not just the loss to Northwestern.
“It’s never one thing... Those guys will tell you: I’m the most loving, giving and forgiving man you can ever meet.”
Coach explains pattern
Sanders said last season's 3-9 record resulted from not enforcing discipline enough, leading to team collapse.
“A year ago, I didn’t put my foot down in it enough... It lingered a little bit. Then, it imploded.”
Coach takes accountability
Sanders admitted he should have taken responsibility for the team's behavior, not blaming others.
“I don’t push the buck and push the blame on anyone else. It’s on me.”
Team's performance issues
Colorado has 28 penalties for 247 yards this season, with Sanders focusing on discipline in games.
“We’re challenging them to be who they say they want to be.”
Player reaction
Linebacker Tyler Martinez said the dismissals were hard to see but emphasized team focus over self-interest.
“It’s hard to see somebody go... If you’re about yourself, got to do what’s best for us.”
Coach's focus on team
Sanders stressed the team must win the right way without losing sentiment or bad-mouthing opponents.
“We want to win the right way... We don’t want to do things that are associated with losers.”
Team's next challenge
Colorado faces Baylor with penalties as the top concern after a game with four turnovers and nine penalties.
“It’s hard to fathom... We’re challenging them to be who they say they want to be.”
Coach's commitment
Sanders said he would not tolerate behavior detrimental to the team, emphasizing team over self.
“You don’t care about the team. You care about you. I have a problem with that.”
Team's response
Players approached Sanders to prevent further dismissals, showing proactive leadership.
“I applaud them for that... coming to me ready to get ahead of it.”
At a glance
Colorado defensive back Ben Finneseth apologized for calling Northwestern's temporary stadium 'a (expletive) library' after coach Deion Sanders dismissed players for pattern of behavior.
