Colorado Buffaloes quarterback Julian Lewis was hospitalized Wednesday after suffering a medical emergency at the team’s athletic facility, his father announced Thursday.
The 19-year-old sophomore was transported to a hospital and is now recovering, according to a statement from his father, T. Carlton Lewis, posted on social media. The Colorado Athletics department confirmed support for Lewis and his family, stating his health and well-being remain their top priority.
What happened: Lewis experienced the medical emergency while at the University of Colorado’s athletic facility on Sept. 25. The exact nature of his condition has not been disclosed. His father requested privacy for the family, stating they would have no further comment at this time.
Team response: Colorado Athletics issued a statement expressing full support for Lewis, his family, and his medical team. The statement emphasized that every player, coach, and staff member is thinking of him during his recovery.
Recent performance context: Lewis began the 2024 season as Colorado’s starting quarterback but was benched after four games. Head coach Deion Sanders replaced him with junior Isaac Wilson following a Sept. 26 loss to Baylor. Since Wilson took over, Colorado has lost all three games he has started, leaving the team with a 2-5 overall record and 0-4 in Big 12 conference play.
Background on Lewis: A four-star recruit ranked as the No. 7 quarterback in the 2025 class, Lewis completed 64.2% of his passes for 733 yards, six touchdowns, and two interceptions in four appearances this season. His father’s statement thanked medical staff, teammates, and fans for their support during the emergency.
Colorado Athletics has not provided further updates on Lewis’s condition or a timeline for his return.