Colorado football has made a significant recruiting move by securing a commitment from four-star tight end Gavin Mueller. The 6-foot-6, 250-pound prospect announced his decision at South Elgin High School in front of family and friends. Mueller chose CU over Wisconsin, LSU, and Notre Dame after an official visit that impressed him with its coaching staff, including Coach Deion Sanders. This marks a key victory for tight ends coach Brett Bartolone in boosting CU's roster.

By the Numbers
  • Mueller stands at 6-foot-6 and weighs 250 pounds with a wingspan of 6-foot-11.
  • He is the second commitment in Colorado's 2026 class.
State of Play
  • Mueller's commitment follows an official visit to CU earlier this month.
  • Colorado is focusing on enhancing its tight end position under Coach Sanders.
What's Next

As the 2026 recruiting class develops, more commitments could follow for Colorado, especially with the momentum generated by the coaching staff and their recent signings.

Bottom Line

Gavin Mueller's commitment underscores Colorado's rising profile in college football recruiting, driven by Coach Sanders' engaging style and the program's new-age approach.