November 16th 2024.
CU's 49-24 win over Utah in Big 12 action at Folsom Field on Saturday left many fans in awe. The Buffs are now on a straight path to the playoff, something that seemed unbelievable at the start of the season. Even The Denver Post was skeptical about their chances. But now, with just two games left in the regular season, the Buffs have a great chance of securing a spot in the College Football Playoff. Their upcoming games against Kansas and Oklahoma State are both favored for a win. As long as they stay focused and don't underestimate their opponents, they will most likely face BYU in the Big 12 title game on December 7th in Arlington. This is a huge opportunity for the Buffs to make history and earn an automatic berth in the CFP.
One of the key factors in CU's win over Utah was the huge disparity between the quarterbacks on each team. Shedeur Sanders, who gifted the Utes with two field goals, still managed to lead the Buffs to victory with 31 of 40 passes completed for 340 yards and three touchdowns. A true first-round pick, he proved his worth once again. On the other side, Utah's QB Isaac Wilson struggled to find his rhythm and even missed a wide-open man on a potential touchdown play. Although he improved as the game went on, he ultimately threw a costly interception in the fourth quarter that ended their chances of a comeback.
But it wasn't just Sanders who shined for the Buffs. Their array of weapons on offense proved to be too much for Utah's defense to handle. Travis Hunter had a few Heisman-worthy moments, although his receiving performance was considered mediocre by his own standards. However, with the help of other talented pass-catchers like Will Sheppard, LaJohntay Wester, and true freshman Drelon Miller, the Buffs were able to dominate the field. And even with Jimmy Horn Jr. out due to injury, their depth in the secondary was still too much for Utah to handle.
The buzz around the Buffs keeps growing with each game. Folsom Field was packed with 54,646 fans, making it the fourth-largest crowd in the stadium's history. And with only one home game left against Big 12 cellar dweller Oklahoma State, the atmosphere has been nothing short of electric. Aside from the impressive win over Utah, the highlight of the day was when the crowd sang happy birthday to superfan Peggy Coppom, who will turn 100 on Tuesday. It was a heartwarming moment that brought tears of joy to her eyes, and she was not the only one moved by the love and support from the CU community.
In other college sports news, the CU women's soccer team also had a successful weekend, winning their game against Georgia in the NCAA tournament. And the CU women's basketball team is gearing up for their matchup against Nevada, hoping to improve their shooting performance after a recent slump. For more sports news, make sure to sign up for the Sports Omelette to get all of our analysis on Denver's teams. The Buffs are making waves in the college sports world and it's an exciting time to be a fan. Go Buffs!
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