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Colorado Staffer Bolts for Memphis GM Role
13 Dec, 2025
Summary
- Memphis expects to hire Colorado's director of player personnel.
- Phillips was key in recruiting top classes and five-star talents.
- Colorado has promoted Darrius Darden-Box to replace Phillips.
Memphis is reportedly hiring Corey Phillips, who previously served as Colorado's director of player personnel, to take on the role of general manager. Phillips was a significant asset to the Buffaloes' roster development over the past three years under head coach Deion Sanders.
His tenure in Boulder saw him play a crucial part in recruiting multiple top-30 classes and securing highly-rated five-star prospects. Prior to his time in Colorado, Phillips gained experience in the SEC as the associate director of player personnel at LSU and also had a stint at Vanderbilt.
Colorado's athletic department has moved swiftly to fill the void left by Phillips' departure, promoting Darrius Darden-Box from director of recruiting to the vacated position. This transition is vital as the Buffaloes navigate the upcoming transfer portal period, which opens on January 2nd, and address multiple roster needs.
