In an action-packed showdown at Folsom Field, the Colorado Buffaloes battled fiercely but couldn’t pull off the upset, falling 31-28 to No. 18 Kansas State.

On Saturday, September 20, the Colorado Buffaloes scripted a memorable Homecoming thriller, overcoming Baylor University 38-31 in overtime. In a game that had it all—comebacks, late-game heroics, and a stadium-rocking finish—Colorado's win secured their first Big 12 victory since rejoining the conference, sending their fans into pandemonium.

In the lead-up to Saturday night’s Rocky Mountain Showdown, Colorado State made headlines with disrespectful comments aimed at Deion Sanders’ Colorado Buffaloes, diminishing their success to mere social media hype and Instagram followers. But after a decisive 28-9 win, Colorado proved that football, not followers, reigns supreme on the field.

In the post-game press conference, Coach Sanders defended his quarterback, noting that Sanders made the plays he was instructed to make. When questioned about the limited running game, he explained that they had to adapt to the opportunities presented. Despite a weaker run game, the team managed 445 passing yards, which he considered a success.