Colorado vs. Utah Short Report | Nov 25, 2023
Rice-Eccles Stadium
Salt Lake City, UT
Nov 25, 2023
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Game Recap
The Utah Utes edged out the Colorado Buffaloes with a final score of 23-17 in an intense and exhilarating game. Utah's formidable ground game was evident early on as Ja'Quinden Jackson and Jaylon Glover combined for a robust 175 rushing yards, a testament to their offensive prowess. With a staggering 40 minutes of possession time, the Utes executed lengthy drives, effectively keeping Colorado's offense at bay.
Travis Hunter shined for the Buffaloes, amassing 107 receiving yards and one touchdown, showcasing his critical role in Colorado's fightback. Despite a brilliant late-game connection between Ryan Staub and Hunter for a touchdown, Utah's defense remained resolute. Alate-game 31-yard field goal by Cole Becker sealed Utah's win, thwarting Colorado's spirited comeback.
Key Plays:
Luke Bottari (Utah)
Luke Bottari's 2-yard touchdown rush put Utah on the scoreboard first, setting the tone for the Utes' control of the game.
Cole Becker (Utah)
Cole Becker's 34-yard field goal extended Utah's lead to 10-0, capping off a well-executed drive that showcased solid team coordination.
Jimmy Horn Jr. (Colorado)
Jimmy Horn Jr. connected with Dylan Edwards for a 30-yard touchdown, invigorating the Colorado offense and narrowing the score to 10-7.
Cole Becker (Utah)
Cole Becker added a 22-yard field goal to give Utah a 13-7 advantage, maintaining their momentum going into halftime.
Alejandro Mata (Colorado)
Alejandro Mata's 47-yard field goal just before halftime cut the deficit to 13-10, giving Colorado a boost heading into the locker room.
Luke Bottari (Utah)
Luke Bottari added to his tally with a 1-yard touchdown rush, increasing Utah's lead to 20-10 and continuing their offensive dominance.
Cole Becker (Utah)
Cole Becker delivered a clutch 31-yard field goal, giving Utah a more comfortable 23-10 lead and putting pressure back on Colorado.
Ryan Staub (Colorado)
Ryan Staub's 18-yard touchdown pass to Travis Hunter brought Colorado closer at 23-17, igniting their hope for a comeback.
Ja'Quinden Jackson (Utah)
Ja'Quinden Jackson's pivotal 20-yard run on third down allowed Utah to run out the clock and seal their victory.
Standout Players:
Travis Hunter (Colorado, WR)
Travis Hunter's remarkable performance included 8 receptions and 107 receiving yards, along with a crucial touchdown that showcased his elite playmaking abilities. His chemistry with Ryan Staub was evident, providing hope to the Colorado comeback attempt.
Ryan Staub (Colorado, QB)
Ryan Staub demonstrated precision and composure, completing 17 of 24 passes for 195 yards and a touchdown. His leadership in the final minutes was pivotal in bringing Colorado within striking distance of victory.
Jaylon Glover (Utah, RB)
Jaylon Glover's consistent ground attack, highlighted by 107 yards on 17 carries, played a crucial role in maintaining Utah's time of possession and wearing down the Colorado defense.
Cole Becker (Utah, K)
Cole Becker showcased his reliability by converting all three of his field-goal attempts, including a vital 31-yarder in the fourth quarter that effectively secured Utah's victory.
Luke Bottari (Utah, QB)
Luke Bottari's dual-threat capability was on display as he rushed for two touchdowns. His ability to find the end zone in critical moments underscored his importance to Utah's red-zone offense.
References:
Colorado Buffaloes vs. Utah Utes - Final Score - November 25, 2023 | FOX Sports
University of Colorado Athletics
Colorado Buffaloes vs. Utah Utes Live Score and Stats - November 25, 2023 Gametracker - CBSSports.com
Recap: CU Buffs fight, but come up short at Utah in finale – BuffZone
Buffaloes - Utes: Final thoughts for a final game - The Ralphie Report
College football results: Utah vs. Colorado – Deseret News
Utah Football Snags Win Over Colorado in Last Pac-12 Game
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