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Buffaloes Dominate Cowboys 37-20 with Stellar Offense

9/21/2025

Summary

Buffaloes Triumph Over Cowboys

The Colorado Buffaloes improved to 2-2 by defeating the Wyoming Cowboys 37-20 on September 20, 2025.
Quarterback Kaidon Salter excelled, throwing for 304 yards and four touchdowns.
Wyoming's Samuel Harris became the first true freshman since 2019 to rush for over 100 yards, finishing with 126 yards.
Colorado's defense limited Wyoming to three points in the first half, showing notable improvement.
Injuries sidelined key players, including left tackle Jordan Seaton and running backs DeKalon Tayler and Micah Welch.

Summary

Cowboys Face Buffaloes

Wyoming Cowboys, led by second-year coach Jay Sawvel, hold a 2-1 record after losing to No. 20 Utah.
They will compete against the 1-2 Colorado Buffaloes, who are seeking to recover from losses to Georgia Tech and Houston.
Colorado is favored by 12.5 points, with an over/under of 45.5 points.
Both teams aim for a win; Colorado to avoid a 1-3 start and Wyoming to sustain momentum.
Wyoming's defense allows 16 points per game, while Colorado's offense has faced challenges. The game starts at 10:15 p.m. ET on September 20 at Folsom Field.

History

Historical Context

The 1998 NCAA Division I-A football season introduced the Bowl Championship Series, enhancing competition among teams. This shift was exemplified by Colorado's 37-20 victory over Wyoming, where quarterback Kaidon Salter threw for 304 yards. The evolution of college football dynamics continues to influence team strategies and fan engagement, shaping the landscape of collegiate sports significantly.

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Buffaloes Triumph Over Cowboys

The Colorado Buffaloes improved to 2-2 by defeating the Wyoming Cowboys 37-20 on September 20, 2025.
Quarterback Kaidon Salter excelled, throwing for 304 yards and four touchdowns.
Wyoming's Samuel Harris became the first true freshman since 2019 to rush for over 100 yards, finishing with 126 yards.
Colorado's defense limited Wyoming to three points in the first half, showing notable improvement.
Injuries sidelined key players, including left tackle Jordan Seaton and running backs DeKalon Tayler and Micah Welch.

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