November 16th 2024.
The game between CU and Utah in Big 12 action at Folsom Field on Saturday was nothing short of a blowout, with CU taking the win 49-24. Let's break down some of the key moments from this exciting match.
Things did not start off smoothly for CU's quarterback Shedeur Sanders, as he threw a pick on the very first play of the game. Utah's linebacker Lander Barton seized the opportunity and easily snatched the ball intended for Will Sheppard, setting Utah up at the Buffs' 21-yard line. This led to a field goal and gave Utah an early lead of 3-0. However, this was the only time Utah would be in the lead for the rest of the game.
The momentum shifted quickly in CU's favor when Deion Sanders took advantage of a defensive offsides call and threw a 42-yard touchdown pass to Will Sheppard, tying an NCAA record with his 46th consecutive game with a touchdown pass. The Utes then went three-and-out, and LaJohntay Wester ran a punt return 76 yards for a touchdown, putting CU ahead 14-3 in just 2:02 of first-quarter play.
CU's star player Travis Hunter also had a big impact on the game, getting his third interception of the season in the first half off a pass deflected by Colton Hood. Hunter ran the ball back 22 yards into Utes territory and then, after being tackled, continued to sprint further downfield and struck a Heisman pose for the cameras. However, he was flagged for unsportsmanlike conduct, much to the dismay of CU fans. But this was not the only time he would strike a pose on the field throughout the game.
With a 21-9 lead at halftime, CU had some breathing room, but the game was far from over. Utah could have made a comeback with a scoring drive at the start of the second half, but instead, linebacker Nikhai Hill-Green intercepted a pass from Utes QB Isaac Wilson and ran it back to their 37-yard line. The next play, Isaiah Augustave made an impressive run up the middle, aided by some great blocks, and scored a touchdown, giving CU an even bigger lead of 28-9.
The third quarter also saw a rare moment when CU's star receiver Dorian Singer was able to get past Travis Hunter for a touchdown. This was the first time all season that a receiver had managed to outwit Hunter. It was an impressive throw by Wilson, who happens to be the younger brother of Broncos backup quarterback Zach Wilson.
True freshman Drelon Miller also had a standout moment when he scored a 47-yard touchdown catch in the early fourth quarter, with the fourth-largest crowd of 54,646 at Folsom Field roaring in excitement. Miller ran a go route down the seam, and Sanders hit him perfectly, allowing him to stiff-arm Utah's safety Tao Johnson and evade another defender before reaching the goal line.
As the game entered its final minutes, CU's D.J. McKinney intercepted another pass, effectively sealing the Buffs' victory. With just over four minutes left, Charlie Offerdahl scored his first career touchdown, followed by a fumbled recovery by CU and a rushing touchdown by Travis Hunter. CU's safety Shilo Sanders also made a big impact, forcing a fumble and causing havoc for Utah's quarterback.
Overall, it was a fantastic game for CU, with several standout moments and an impressive win against Utah. Want to stay up to date with all the latest sports news? Be sure to sign up for the Sports Omelette to get all the analysis on Denver's teams.
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