Colorado head coach Deion Sanders told his team he was proud of their fight following a 27-24 loss to No. 11 Utah on Oct. 17, 2026, at Folsom Field in Boulder, Colorado. The narrow defeat against the Utes marked a significant effort for a Buffs team currently facing a four-game losing streak.
The game saw a shift in momentum during the second half. After trailing 13-0 at halftime, the Buffs scored three times in the final 15 minutes of action, recording two touchdowns and a field goal. This scoring surge was driven by Brennan Marion’s GoGo offense and quarterback Isaac Wilson, who completed three touchdown drives in the second half.
Defensively, the Buffs limited the Utah offense to just over five yards per play and recorded nine tackles for loss along with two interceptions. However, a second interception by Wilson directly led to a game-winning touchdown for Utah.
Quarterback Isaac Wilson, a transfer from Utah, expressed his desire for the victory and noted his intention to keep the team moving forward. Wilson, who previously made seven starts for Utah in 2024, stated that he was willing to put everything on the line to secure a win. Despite the loss, Sanders indicated he will continue to start Wilson for the remainder of the season, barring injury.
The loss drops the Colorado Buffs to a 2-4 record on the season and 0-3 in Big 12 play. The team faces six remaining games as they attempt to reach bowl eligibility.
Sanders remarked that while the team hoped to send Utah fans home with a smile, they instead sent them home with a little hope.
