Hansen aims to fire up CU

Quarterback working to become more vocal leader on gridiron
By Kyle Ringo Camera Sports Writer

Tyler Hansen is beginning to feel at home as the starting quarterback for the Colorado football team, and he`s ready to fight to keep the job when spring practices begin in eight days.

Hansen replaced Cody Hawkins under center at Texas in Game 5 last season and kept the job the remainder of the year. He said this offseason has felt different because he has carried more responsibility and is receiving more respect within the program.

"I feel like the team is kind of rallying behind me," Hansen said. "I feel like I`m getting more leadership. Guys are listening to me more. I feel like the coaches have more respect for me. I can go up there and speak my mind without them judging me or being like, 'You`re a young guy. What have you done?`

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