Colorado vs. Colorado State Game Recap

The Colorado Buffaloes defeated the Colorado State Rams 43-35 in a thrilling overtime game on Saturday, September 16, 2023, at Folsom Field in Boulder, Colorado.

The Buffaloes were led by quarterback Shedeur Sanders, who threw for 350 yards and four touchdowns. Sanders also ran for 50 yards.

The Rams were led by quarterback Clay Millen, who threw for 300 yards and three touchdowns. Millen also ran for 25 yards.

The game was close throughout, with neither team leading by more than seven points. The Buffaloes took a 35-28 lead with 1:45 remaining in regulation, but the Rams answered with a touchdown drive to tie the game at 35-35 with 37 seconds left.

In overtime, the Buffaloes won the coin toss and elected to receive. Sanders led the Buffaloes on a 75-yard touchdown drive to win the game.

The Buffaloes were the better team on Saturday, but the Rams made them work for it. Colorado State had a number of chances to win the game, but they couldn’t capitalize on their opportunities.

The Buffaloes’ victory was their first over the Rams since 2019. It was also the first win for new Colorado head coach Deion Sanders.

Key Plays

• In the first quarter, Sanders threw a 35-yard touchdown pass to wide receiver Jordyn Tyson to give the Buffaloes a 7-0 lead.
• In the second quarter, Millen threw a 20-yard touchdown pass to wide receiver Tory Horton to tie the game at 7-7.
• In the third quarter, Sanders threw a 25-yard touchdown pass to running back Travis Hunter to give the Buffaloes a 14-7 lead.
• In the fourth quarter, Millen threw a 10-yard touchdown pass to wide receiver Rashad Ajayi to cut the Buffaloes’ lead to 21-14.
• In the fourth quarter, Sanders threw a 45-yard touchdown pass to wide receiver Montana Lemonious to give the Buffaloes a 28-21 lead.
• In the fourth quarter, Millen threw a 15-yard touchdown pass to wide receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba to tie the game at 28-28.
• In overtime, Sanders threw a 10-yard touchdown pass to running back Deuce Vaughn to win the game for the Buffaloes.

Colorado’s Defense

The Colorado defense played well on Saturday, holding the Rams to 35 points. The Buffaloes also forced four turnovers, including two interceptions and two fumble recoveries.

Colorado’s Offense

The Colorado offense was also impressive on Saturday, scoring 43 points. The Buffaloes averaged 7.5 yards per play and had 450 total yards.

Conclusion

The Colorado Buffaloes defeated the Colorado State Rams 43-35 in a thrilling overtime game on Saturday, September 16, 2023, at Folsom Field in Boulder, Colorado.

The Buffaloes were led by quarterback Shedeur Sanders, who threw for 350 yards and four touchdowns. Sanders also ran for 50 yards.

The Buffaloes’ defense played well on Saturday, holding the Rams to 35 points. The Buffaloes also forced four turnovers, including two interceptions and two fumble recoveries.

The Buffaloes’ offense was also impressive on Saturday, scoring 43 points. The Buffaloes averaged 7.5 yards per play and had 450 total yards.tunesharemore_vertadd_photo_alternate