Looking to move past a slow start to the season, coach Deion Sanders' Colorado Buffaloes will host the Wyoming Cowboys on Saturday in an early must-win game. Below are three bold predictions for the Week 4 matchup, including one about CU's newest Ralphie.
haven't been an easy team to predict early this season. Few could've expected this much quarterback uncertainty, and the defense's widespread struggles have been just as confusing. Still, the 1-2 Buffs have an opportunity to correct some things on Saturday against the Wyoming Cowboys, who've accomplished little offensively through a 2-1 start.
Somewhat similar to Week 2 against Delaware, Colorado coachNov 29, 2024; Boulder, Colorado, USA; Colorado Buffaloes cornerback DJ McKinney celebrates his interception with wide receiver Travis Hunter in the second half against the Oklahoma State Cowboys at Folsom Field. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images / Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images After recording three turnovers against Georgia Tech and another two against Delaware, the Buffs' defense couldn't force Houston into a mistake last week. That likely won't become a trend this week, though, as the Cowboys' offense has committed four turnovers on the young season.or safety Tawfiq Byard to possibly record an interception, especially if the Buffs force Wyoming into a pass-heavy offense. Early in his first full season as the Cowboys' starting quarterback, Kaden Anderson has thrown three touchdowns and two picks, including one against Akron. "We all just got to play together," McKinney said. "We all got to be all of practice flying to the ball as a defense and have one heartbeat. We all got to execute each play to the best of our ability and get the man on the ground."Sep 6, 2025; Boulder, Colorado, USA; Colorado Buffaloes quarterback Kaidon Salter runs for a touchdown in the first quarter against the Delaware Fightin Blue Hens at Folsom Field. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images / Ron Chenoy-Imagn Imagesto solidify his spot atop Colorado's depth chart. The Liberty transfer didn't necessarily perform poorly against Georgia Tech and Delaware, but a better showing is needed for Salter to create separation over Ryan Staub and freshman Julian "JuJu" Lewis. For Salter to shine, Colorado offensive coordinator Pat Shurmur must incorporate some play-action into his scheme and script some opportunities for Salter to use his legs. Even more, the Buffs' wide receivers must embrace blocking and help Salter out with a highlight play or two. "Me being a dual-threat quarterback, I keep my eyes downfield," Salter said after the Georgia Tech loss. "I feel like I had chances to throw the ball downfield to make some plays and execute and move the ball downfield. Most definitely, I could've used my legs more."MORE: Deion Sanders Reveals What He Has Learned About Colorado Buffaloes Through Three GamesI am no animal expert and have yet to see Ralphie VII in action, but I'm predicting an energetic first run for CU's newest live buffalo mascot. Expect the 700-pound buffalo to test her handlers' footwork and deliver a crowd-rallying inaugural run at Folsom Field. Even if the run doesn't go according to plan, the new Ralphie should still provide some extra energy for a Colorado team that needs to start fast against Wyoming.Jack Carlough is lead reporter for Colorado Buffaloes on SI. Jack graduated from the University of Colorado with a bachelor's degree in journalism and minors in business and sports media. Born and raised in the Boulder area, Jack began covering Colorado athletics in 2018 and was the head sports editor of the CU Independent during his college career. More recently, he spent over three years as the managing editor of the USA Today Sports Network's Colorado Buffaloes Wire, where he covered Colorado's hiring of head football coach Deion Sanders. Other publications Jack has written for include the Boulder Daily Camera, Left Hand Valley Courier and SB Nation’s Ralphie Report. In 2022, the Colorado Press Association awarded Jack second place in its annual Class 5 Best Sports Column Writing category.
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