Colorado Buffaloes Pull Off Upset of 13th-Ranked North Dakota State
Buffs Win 38-25 in Home Opener
CU Rallies in Second Half to Secure Victory
In a stunning upset, the University of Colorado Buffaloes football team defeated 13th-ranked North Dakota State University 38-25 in their home opener on Saturday night. The Buffaloes, led by new head coach Deion Sanders, trailed 18-13 at halftime but rallied in the second half to secure the victory.
- Colorado quarterback J.T. Shrout threw for 303 yards and two touchdowns.
- Running back Demetri Buchannon rushed for 120 yards and a touchdown.
- The Buffaloes defense forced four turnovers, including two interceptions and two fumble recoveries.
The win is a major upset for the Buffaloes, who are transitioning from the Pac-12 Conference to the NCAA Division I Football Championship Subdivision (FCS) this season. North Dakota State is a perennial FCS powerhouse, having won nine national championships in the past 12 years.
Sanders' Impact
Sanders, a College Football Hall of Famer and former NFL star, is in his first season as head coach of the Buffaloes. He has brought a new energy and excitement to the program, and his impact is already being felt.
Under Sanders' leadership, the Buffaloes have adopted a more aggressive and up-tempo style of play. They are also playing with more confidence and swagger.
Looking Ahead
The Buffaloes will next face the TCU Horned Frogs in Fort Worth, Texas, on September 17th. TCU is a member of the NCAA Division I Football Bowl Subdivision (FBS) and is ranked 19th in the preseason AP Poll.
The game will be a tough test for the Buffaloes, but they will be confident after their upset win over North Dakota State. If they can continue to play with the same energy and intensity, they have a chance to pull off another upset.
Conclusion
The Buffaloes' upset win over North Dakota State is a major statement for the program under new head coach Deion Sanders. It shows that the Buffaloes are a team to be reckoned with, even against top-ranked opponents.
With Sanders at the helm, the Buffaloes have the potential to be a major force in the FCS this season. They will be a team to watch as they continue their transition to the new conference.
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