Colorado vs. Colorado State live stream, where to watch, TV, prediction, pick, spread, football game odds
This Saturday night, Deion Sanders and the Colorado Buffaloes will face off against their in-state rival, the Colorado State Rams, in what will be the final Rocky Mountain Showdown for the next five years. This matchup marks only the second encounter between these teams since 2019.
Last season’s game was a thrilling affair, combining for 917 total yards and 78 points. Colorado State took Colorado, then ranked No. 18, to two overtimes before the Buffaloes secured a 43-35 victory. In that game, Rams quarterback Brayden Fowler-Nicolosi dazzled with 367 yards and three touchdowns, while Shedeur Sanders led Colorado with 348 yards and four touchdowns.
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Both Fowler-Nicolosi and Sanders are back for this year’s showdown, but the dynamics have shifted. Colorado is no longer seen as the heavily favored powerhouse; they are coming off a tough 28-10 loss to Nebraska in Week 2. A win against the Rams could help the Buffaloes regain their footing.
Colorado State rebounded from a tough Week 1 loss to Texas with a solid 38-17 victory over Northern Colorado. A win against Colorado could give the Rams the momentum they need for their first bowl appearance since 2017 and end their six-game losing streak to the Buffaloes.
How to Watch Colorado vs. Colorado State Live
Date: Saturday, Sept. 14
Time: 7:30 p.m. ET
Location: Canvas Stadium, Fort Collins, Colorado
TV: CBS
Live Stream: CBSSports.com, CBS Sports App (Free)
Streaming on Paramount+ with Showtime (Try It Free)
Key Matchups to Watch:
- Horton vs. Hunter: Colorado State’s wide receiver Tory Horton, who had 16 catches for 133 yards and a touchdown against the Buffaloes last year, will face off against Colorado cornerback Travis Hunter. This matchup could be a preview of future NFL battles.
- Colorado’s Offensive Line: Colorado State has struggled to generate a pass rush after losing Mohamed Kamara, who had two sacks against Colorado last year. With just one sack in their first two games, the Rams’ defense will be tested by Colorado’s offensive line, which has struggled throughout Sanders’ tenure.
A Long Hiatus Ahead:
Whoever emerges victorious on Saturday will hold bragging rights until at least 2029. The teams used to play annually, but due to COVID-19 restrictions and conference realignment, their matchups have become less frequent. After this game, there will be a hiatus until the 2029-30 season, with Colorado State hosting the first of six scheduled games through 2038.
Prediction:
Colorado’s struggles away from Folsom Field and their recent penalties suggest that Colorado State might keep this game close. While not picking the Rams to win outright, they should be able to stay within the spread. Pick: Colorado State +7.5
