Quick answer
Nebraska Cornhuskers defeated Colorado Buffaloes 28–10 in Week 2, 2024. Final score: Colorado Buffaloes 10, Nebraska Cornhuskers 28.
Game summary
Nebraska Cornhuskers rolled past Colorado Buffaloes 28–10 in Week 2 of the 2024 season.
- Scoring: 5 touchdowns, 1 field goal across 6 plays.
- Passing leader: Shedeur Sanders (Colorado) — 211.0 pass yds, 1 TD, -0.08 EPA/play.
- Rushing leader: Dante Dowdell — 80.0 yds, 2 TD.
- Receiving leader: Travis Hunter — 10 rec, 110.0 yds.
- EPA edge: Colorado (-0.077/play) vs Nebraska (-0.082/play).
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Team | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | Final |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Colorado Buffaloes | 6 | 0 | 3 | 6 | 10 |
 Nebraska Cornhuskers | 6 | 12 | 0 | 0 | 28 |
Scoring Map
Each pin marks a score on the field — TDs in the end zone, field goals near the kick line.
COLOColorado BuffaloesDante Dowdell rushes 12 yards for a touchdown
Interception returned for a touchdown
Dante Dowdell rushes 1 yard for a touchdown
Dylan Raiola pass to Rahmir Johnson for a touchdown (18 yards)
Field goal good from 27 yards
Shedeur Sanders pass to LaJohntay Wester for a touchdown (5 yards)
NEBNebraska CornhuskersFantasyHQ CFB Analytics
Scoring timeline
Chronological scoring plays — scroll to follow the game.
- Nebraska
Q1TD DDDante DowdellPoints+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 0-6
Dante Dowdell rushes 12 yards for a touchdown
- Colorado
Q1TD Points+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 6-6
Interception returned for a touchdown
- Nebraska
Q2TD DDDante DowdellPoints+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 6-12
Dante Dowdell rushes 1 yard for a touchdown
- Nebraska
Q2TD RJRahmir JohnsonPoints+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 6-18
Dylan Raiola pass to Rahmir Johnson for a touchdown (18 yards)
- Colorado
Q3FG Points+3
- Yard line
- OPP 10
- Score
- 9-18
Field goal good from 27 yards
- Colorado
Q4TD LWLaJohntay WesterPoints+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 15-18
Shedeur Sanders pass to LaJohntay Wester for a touchdown (5 yards)
Stars of the game
Top passers, rushers, and receivers from cfbfastR play-by-play.
Passing
- Shedeur Sanders (Colorado) — 211.0 yds · 1 TD · -0.08 EPA/play -3.29 EPA
- Dylan Raiola (Nebraska) — 170.0 yds · 1 TD · -0.13 EPA/play -3.99 EPA
- Ryan Staub (Colorado) — -8.0 yds · -1.56 EPA/play -4.69 EPA
Rushing
- Dante Dowdell (Nebraska) — 80.0 yds · 2 TD +0.13 EPA
- Rahmir Johnson (Nebraska) — 37.0 yds -0.12 EPA
- Dallan Hayden (Colorado) — 34.0 yds +0.18 EPA
Receiving
- Travis Hunter (Colorado) — 10 rec · 110.0 yds +0.92 EPA
- Rahmir Johnson (Nebraska) — 8 rec · 39.0 yds +0.13 EPA
- Jacory Barney Jr. (Nebraska) — 6 rec · 9.0 yds -0.69 EPA
Quarterback report card
Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.
| Player | Team | Att | Cmp% | Yds | TD | EPA/play | Total EPA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shedeur Sanders | Colorado | 42 | 54.8% | 211 | 1 | -0.08 | -3.29 |
| Dylan Raiola | Nebraska | 30 | 76.7% | 170 | 1 | -0.13 | -3.99 |
| Ryan Staub | Colorado | 3 | 0.0% | -8 | 0 | -1.56 | -4.69 |
Team EPA comparison
| Stat | Colorado | Nebraska |
|---|---|---|
| Plays | 61 | 66 |
| EPA / play | -0.077 | -0.082 |
| Total EPA | -4.68 | -5.39 |
| Success rate | 39.3% | 37.9% |
| Pass EPA / play | -0.294 | -0.133 |
| Rush EPA / play | +0.589 | -0.039 |
| Yards | 275 | 329 |
Drive chart
Key possessions and results.
| Qtr | Offense | Plays | Yards | EPA | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Q1 | Colorado | 3 | -9 | -3.84 | Punt |
| Q1 | Nebraska | 7 | 49 | +3.97 | Rush TD |
| Q1 | Colorado | 4 | 11 | +1.02 | Ended |
| Q1 | Nebraska | 4 | 8 | -3.36 | Punt |
| Q1 | Colorado | 1 | 7 | -5.54 | Touchdown |
| Q1 | Colorado | 3 | 0 | -3.13 | Punt |
| Q1 | Nebraska | 8 | 36 | -1.21 | Missed FG |
| Q2 | Colorado | 6 | 14 | -1.62 | Punt |
| Q2 | Nebraska | 9 | 66 | +4.21 | Rush TD |
| Q2 | Colorado | 8 | 68 | +1.55 | Ended |
| Q2 | Nebraska | 3 | 6 | -0.97 | Punt |
| Q2 | Colorado | 3 | 6 | -0.61 | Punt |
| Q2 | Nebraska | 3 | 55 | +5.25 | Pass TD |
| Q2 | Colorado | 4 | 28 | +0.75 | Missed FG |
| Q3 | Nebraska | 3 | 6 | -2.25 | Punt |
| Q3 | Colorado | 7 | 49 | +1.43 | Field goal |
Biggest EPA swings
- Q1 · Colorado Buffaloes · Interception returned for a touchdown (-5.54 EPA)
- Q4 · Colorado Buffaloes · Charlie Offerdahl rushes for 1 yard (4th & 1) (+4.75 EPA)
- Q2 · Nebraska Cornhuskers · Dylan Raiola pass to Rahmir Johnson for a touchdown (18 yards) (+4.05 EPA)
- Q4 · Colorado Buffaloes · Fumble (-3.76 EPA)
- Q2 · Colorado Buffaloes · Blocked Field Goal (29 yards) (-3.53 EPA)
- Q3 · Nebraska Cornhuskers · Dylan Raiola pass to Nate Boerkircher for 25 yards (2nd & 24) (+3.19 EPA)
- Q1 · Colorado Buffaloes · Kickoff (+3.04 EPA)
- Q1 · Colorado Buffaloes · Charlie Offerdahl rushes for 2 yards (4th & 1) (+3.01 EPA)
Key takeaways
- Nebraska Cornhuskers controlled the final (28–10) in Week 2.
- Passing edge: Shedeur Sanders (Colorado) — 211.0 yds, 1 TD.
- EPA edge: Colorado at -0.077 EPA/play.
- Full EPA, scoring map, and play-by-play live in CFB Analytics Box & Scores.
Frequently asked questions
What was the final score of Colorado Buffaloes vs Nebraska Cornhuskers?
Colorado Buffaloes 10, Nebraska Cornhuskers 28 in Week 2 of the 2024 college football season.
Who won Colorado Buffaloes vs Nebraska Cornhuskers?
Nebraska Cornhuskers won with a final score of 10–28.
Where can I find the Colorado Buffaloes vs Nebraska Cornhuskers box score?
See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401628467.
Who led Colorado Buffaloes vs Nebraska Cornhuskers in passing?
Shedeur Sanders (Colorado) led passers with 211.0 yards and 1 touchdowns.
Full analytics box score
Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for Colorado Buffaloes at Nebraska Cornhuskers in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.
Season records after this game
Colorado Buffaloes
Entered 1-1 Now 1-2 L
Nebraska Cornhuskers
Entered 2-0 Now 3-0 W
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