The Colorado Buffaloes have been nothing short of sensational in the early stages of the college football season.
However, it wasn’t just their on-field performances that garnered attention. The Buffaloes found themselves embroiled in a war of words with Colorado State Rams coach Jay Norvell, all over a seemingly trivial matter – sunglasses.
The controversy only added fuel to the fire and generated headlines across the country.
The excitement surrounding the Buffaloes reached its peak during an exhilarating overtime thriller, which became one of the most-watched games of the season.
Legendary NFL player Deion Sanders only added to the spectacle, as he led Colorado against the formidable No. 10 Oregon Ducks.
Oregon’s quarterback, Bo Nix, wasted no time in establishing dominance, leading his team to score on their first three possessions.
By halftime, Bo Nix had built a commanding 35-point lead finishing with 276 passing yards and contributing four total scores, leaving the Buffaloes struggling to keep up.
The Colorado Buffaloes’ offense, led by quarterback Shedeur Sanders, faced a challenge against Oregon’s defense.
Unfortunately, The Ducks’ defense sacked Sanders and his teammates a staggering seven times, making it difficult for the Buffaloes to gain any momentum. Their total offensive yardage fell below the 200-yard mark.
Despite the uneven scoreline, Colorado games have been anything but dull. They consistently deliver exciting moments, high drama, and big plays that captivate audiences. Saturday’s game against Oregon was no exception. Fans and spectators were treated to a spectacle filled with memorable sights, sounds, and intense moments.
No. 10 Oregon defeated No. 19 Colorado 42-6.
Bo Nix had 4 Total TD for the Ducks while completing 84.8% of his passes, tied with himself for the 2nd-highest comp pct in a game in Oregon history (min. 25 pass attempts).
Nix set the school record vs Portland State (85.2%). pic.twitter.com/ADgegQSv8r
— ESPN Stats & Info (@ESPNStatsInfo) September 23, 2023
Colorado’s defensive coordinator, Dan Lanning, expressed his hope that the fans who have been following the team’s journey over the past few weeks are still watching, as Oregon leads 35-0 at halftime.
