Quick answer
Colorado Buffaloes defeated Colorado State Rams 28–9 in Week 3, 2024. Final score: Colorado Buffaloes 28, Colorado State Rams 9.
Game summary
Colorado Buffaloes rolled past Colorado State Rams 28–9 in Week 3 of the 2024 season.
- Scoring: 5 touchdowns, 1 field goal across 6 plays.
- Passing leader: Shedeur Sanders (Colorado) — 303.0 pass yds, 4 TD, +0.12 EPA/play.
- Rushing leader: Justin Marshall — 54.0 yds, 1 TD.
- Receiving leader: Travis Hunter — 12 rec, 96.0 yds.
- EPA edge: Colorado (+0.070/play) vs Colorado State (-0.174/play).
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Team | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | Final |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Colorado Buffaloes | 3 | 12 | 6 | 12 | 28 |
 Colorado State Rams | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 9 |
Scoring Map
Each pin marks a score on the field — TDs in the end zone, field goals near the kick line.
COLOColorado BuffaloesField goal good from 25 yards
Shedeur Sanders pass to LaJohntay Wester for a touchdown (4 yards)
Shedeur Sanders pass to LaJohntay Wester for a touchdown (34 yards)
Shedeur Sanders pass to Travis Hunter for a touchdown (2 yards)
Shedeur Sanders pass to Travis Hunter for a touchdown (21 yards)
Justin Marshall rushes 5 yards for a touchdown
CSUColorado State RamsFantasyHQ CFB Analytics
Scoring timeline
Chronological scoring plays — scroll to follow the game.
- Colorado State
Q1FG Points+3
- Yard line
- OPP 8
- Score
- 0-3
Field goal good from 25 yards
- Colorado
Q2TD LWLaJohntay WesterPoints+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 6-3
Shedeur Sanders pass to LaJohntay Wester for a touchdown (4 yards)
- Colorado
Q2TD LWLaJohntay WesterPoints+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 12-3
Shedeur Sanders pass to LaJohntay Wester for a touchdown (34 yards)
- Colorado
Q3TD THTravis HunterPoints+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 18-3
Shedeur Sanders pass to Travis Hunter for a touchdown (2 yards)
- Colorado
Q4TD THTravis HunterPoints+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 24-3
Shedeur Sanders pass to Travis Hunter for a touchdown (21 yards)
- Colorado State
Q4TD JMJustin MarshallPoints+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 24-9
Justin Marshall rushes 5 yards for a touchdown
Stars of the game
Top passers, rushers, and receivers from cfbfastR play-by-play.
Passing
- Shedeur Sanders (Colorado) — 303.0 yds · 4 TD · +0.12 EPA/play +5.83 EPA
- Brayden Fowler-Nicolosi (Colorado State) — 183.0 yds · -0.11 EPA/play -4.14 EPA
Rushing
- Justin Marshall (Colorado State) — 54.0 yds · 1 TD -0.25 EPA
- Brayden Fowler-Nicolosi (Colorado State) — 16.0 yds -0.73 EPA
- Micah Welch (Colorado) — 49.0 yds -0.22 EPA
Receiving
- Travis Hunter (Colorado) — 12 rec · 96.0 yds +0.75 EPA
- Will Sheppard (Colorado) — 7 rec · 61.0 yds +0.19 EPA
- Jamari Person (Colorado State) — 7 rec · 51.0 yds +0.72 EPA
Quarterback report card
Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.
| Player | Team | Att | Cmp% | Yds | TD | EPA/play | Total EPA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shedeur Sanders | Colorado | 49 | 69.4% | 303 | 4 | +0.12 | +5.83 |
| Brayden Fowler-Nicolosi | Colorado State | 38 | 52.6% | 183 | 0 | -0.11 | -4.14 |
Team EPA comparison
| Stat | Colorado | Colorado State |
|---|---|---|
| Plays | 66 | 67 |
| EPA / play | +0.070 | -0.174 |
| Total EPA | +4.61 | -11.67 |
| Success rate | 48.5% | 28.4% |
| Pass EPA / play | +0.119 | -0.109 |
| Rush EPA / play | -0.072 | -0.260 |
| Yards | 399 | 324 |
Drive chart
Key possessions and results.
| Qtr | Offense | Plays | Yards | EPA | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Q1 | Colorado State | 3 | 6 | -2.43 | Punt |
| Q1 | Colorado | 3 | 2 | -3.24 | Punt |
| Q1 | Colorado State | 7 | 48 | +0.21 | Ended |
| Q1 | Colorado | 1 | 9 | +1.98 | Ended |
| Q1 | Colorado State | 0 | 0 | — | Field goal |
| Q1 | Colorado | 7 | 46 | -0.41 | Missed FG |
| Q1 | Colorado State | 5 | 11 | -3.10 | Punt |
| Q2 | Colorado | 3 | 3 | -2.04 | Punt |
| Q2 | Colorado State | 3 | 1 | -3.07 | Punt |
| Q2 | Colorado | 12 | 70 | +4.93 | Pass TD |
| Q2 | Colorado State | 3 | 7 | -1.17 | Punt |
| Q2 | Colorado | 8 | 73 | +6.51 | Pass TD |
| Q2 | Colorado State | 4 | 28 | +0.19 | Missed FG |
| Q3 | Colorado | 8 | 36 | -0.19 | Punt |
| Q3 | Colorado State | 2 | 9 | -3.21 | Interception |
| Q3 | Colorado | 2 | 12 | +1.97 | Pass TD |
Biggest EPA swings
- Q4 · Colorado State Rams · Avery Morrow rushes for 62 yards (4th & 1) (+7.21 EPA)
- Q3 · Colorado State Rams · Fumble (-6.47 EPA)
- Q2 · Colorado Buffaloes · Shedeur Sanders pass to LaJohntay Wester for a touchdown (34 yards) (+5.1 EPA)
- Q3 · Colorado State Rams · Brayden Fowler-Nicolosi pass to Jamari Person for 19 yards (4th & 6) (+5.01 EPA)
- Q3 · Colorado State Rams · Penalty (4th & 12) (+4.74 EPA)
- Q3 · Colorado Buffaloes · Fumble (-4.68 EPA)
- Q4 · Colorado State Rams · Fumble (-4.19 EPA)
- Q3 · Colorado State Rams · Brayden Fowler-Nicolosi pass to Armani Winfield for 5 yards (4th & 4) (+3.86 EPA)
Key takeaways
- Colorado Buffaloes controlled the final (28–9) in Week 3.
- Passing edge: Shedeur Sanders (Colorado) — 303.0 yds, 4 TD.
- EPA edge: Colorado at 0.07 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 Colorado State Rams?
Colorado Buffaloes 28, Colorado State Rams 9 in Week 3 of the 2024 college football season.
Who won Colorado Buffaloes vs Colorado State Rams?
Colorado Buffaloes won with a final score of 28–9.
Where can I find the Colorado Buffaloes vs Colorado State Rams box score?
See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401636861.
Who led Colorado Buffaloes vs Colorado State Rams in passing?
Shedeur Sanders (Colorado) led passers with 303.0 yards and 4 touchdowns.
Full analytics box score
Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for Colorado Buffaloes at Colorado State Rams in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.
Season records after this game
Colorado Buffaloes
Entered 1-2 Now 2-2 W
Colorado State Rams
Entered 1-2 Now 1-3 L
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