Corbin Laisure wants to do more than just play football and get an education at the University of Colorado.
The Sullivan East junior feels like he has a higher calling on his life.
"Ultimately the platform that Colorado provides is a huge opportunity to share the love of Jesus as well as develop my athletic ability as well," said Laisure, who committed on Saturday to play college football at Colorado beginning in the fall of 2025. "I did not create this opportunity for myself. Without Jesus I am absolutely nothing and without the passion that God has installed in me, I wouldn't be where I am."
Laisure, who was in Boulder for Saturday's spring football festivities, announced his commitment via Twitter.
"Let's go buffs!! 110 percent Committed to the University of Colorado!!"
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Laisure, who has received numerous offers from schools at all levels, tweeted earlier this week that Colorado was one of final four choices, with the list also including Arizona State, Louisville and Mississippi. He felt led to join head coach Deion Sanders and the Buffaloes, who play at picturesque Folsom Field, one of the highest stadiums in terms of being above sea level in FBS college football.
"First and foremost, I feel God has given me a great peace about Colorado and I feel that's where he is leading me," Laisure said. "I absolutely love the coaching staff there, they are very genuine and want the best for the players.
"There is no where like Boulder, it is truly unique. Before I met Coach Prime I was already excited about the school, but after meeting him and experiencing how electric and encouraging he was I was absolutely sold."
Laisure, who entered Sullivan East as a freshman expecting to play quarterback, soon found a new position for head coach JC Simmons, becoming a pass-catching tight end and a prolific defender on the defensive line.
"It definitely is quite a moment for him and we are really happy for Corbin," Simmons said. "He's put in the work and earned this opportunity and I know he's going to do great things. Colorado has landed a really great player, but also a great young man."
The 6-foot-5, 225-pound Laisure had a terrific junior campaign in Sullivan East's pass-happy Air Raid offense, collecting 64 receptions for 774 yards and 10 touchdowns. He also recorded 110 tackles and an interception on defense. He plans on sticking with offense in the Big 12.
"The Air Raid has provided tons of statistical achievements, but the film is everything and the Air Raid was helpful in showing the camera that I can catch, run and cut with athleticism," Laisure said. "I love defense and I think hitting people is one of the best parts of football, but I will be playing on scholarship for tight end."
Simmons is a proponent of the Air Raid offense that was made popular by legendary head coach Hal Mumme. Stan Bedwell, who starred as a Hall of Fame quarterback in the European Football League, is an associate of Mumme who now resides in the area and serves as a member of the Sullivan East coaching staff.
"Stan has helped me in so many ways, especially on the field he has tested my knowledge and is always honest and doesn't treat players differently because of talent," Laisure said. "He coached me with everything he has and I am extremely grateful."
Laisure, a 3-star prospect who had 17 Division I offers, according to his Twitter account, narrowed that number down to one on Saturday.
"I definitely have tons of people to thank as well," Laisure said. "Coach Simmons firstly has shown me hard work and character PAY OFF. All of the players around me that helped in some way I have to be thankful for and my family with their never-ending love and support has been a huge blessing.
"Of course, all the players I've played with, I am thankful for them from Jr. Patriots to now. It truly has been a journey."
Laisure, who also had a terrific junior campaign in basketball for the Patriots, is also an excellent student, carrying a 4.0 grade point average.
"Once again I just want it to be known that God deserves all the glory for every achievement and success," he said.