Colorado broke in the Ralphie VII era with a commanding 37-20 win over Wyoming Saturday night at Folsom Field. A crowd of 53,442 fans witnessed the inaugural run of the real-life buffalo, followed by the return of quarterback Kaidon Salter to the Buffaloes’ starting lineup.
The transfer QB wasted no time showcasing his playmaking ability, completing 18-of-28 passes for 304 yards and three touchdowns while adding 86 yards on the ground, including a 35-yard touchdown run to seal the victory in the fourth quarter. Salter’s early chemistry with Omarion Miller helped spark the offense, connecting for a 29-yard score, while Sincere Brown turned on the jets for a 68-yard touchdown reception his second explosive TD of 65+ yards this season.
The Buffs’ defense stepped up in a big way behind Arden Walker, who posted six tackles, 1.5 sacks, and delivered a safety in the end zone, Colorado’s first player recorded safety in nearly 15 years. Makari Vickers came up with a crucial red-zone pass brea...