Shedeur Sanders, Travis Hunter and Jimmy Horn Jr. will Colorado to victory over North Dakota State

[@markhiggins6507]

3 takeaways: 1. Decrease playing cover 0 and cover 1 on defense 2. Increase motion in offense (especially in the red zone) 3. Produce more creative runs

[@beemajic5773]

@@markhiggins6507 I want to see more TE's and less 3 and 4 WR's in the red zone. Even if the TE's aren't great, they can bring value down there by just being a warm body.

[@Badmanbj]

And attempt a zone coverage when dealing with running QB’s. It’s tough dealing with a running QB in man coverage

[@natthaphonnoble2407]

@@beemajic5773they don’t have Harrison any more lol. Should be fine though but it will take time to build that trust and chemistry.

[@SaltyTrucker]

Passing the ball at the end was a massive blunder. Inexcusable.

[@mackdeen7021]

Bad coaching throughout the game for the Buffs. Going for it on 4th early in the game on your half of the field. Throwing the ball at late in the 4th with two score lead, defense looked lost at times, not lining up on time, players out of position, blown assignments, guys going for the Int. With two ticks in the clock and all you need is to bat it down. Lack of discipline and focus. Luckily this FcS QB couldn’t make the ball into the end zone otherwise it would have been Bison’s over the Buffs!

[@daudyisrael6142]

Jimmy earned his flowers. He showed out

[@LiveGratefully247]

Thank you guys for your positive and realistic perspective on our work, focus, and definitely the win❤️

[@1Chosen337]

Run defense looked great and didn’t give up any deep balls but still some stuff to clean up on defense running that man to man

[@Dealswholesaler]

Facts both coordinators have to get better bottom line , players are talented now coaches got to coach

[@pcrenovations]

@@1Chosen337 well said

[@rianthrasher8710]

Yep still getting killed by those crossing routes

[@mackdeen7021]

Umm…the bison had over 150 yards in the ground! 😮

[@d3mist0clesgee12]

first game was tuneup. great game to build on, second half was great for D, I got receipts with Jimmy on all yall saying he wasn’t gonna start, lol,

[@TopRoadJam]

I agree. Tuneup

[@nia-d3x]

@d3mist0clesgee12 Say it Again!! Jimmy Horne was BALLING. Travis was TRAVIS. Block BULLY in the house. SHEDEUR is simply Gold under pressure. Trevor showed Up. Bently Balled.

[@d3mist0clesgee12]

@@nia-d3x TBH honest I’ve noticed a few things, Trevor was ok, he was inconsistent, not because he’s not good but the experience at being a long time player at that position was obvious, NHG needs more reps, TBH Hank was getting bullied, we might have to rotate other guy, just a few thoughts

[@calvincox33]

💯first half of defense wasn’t that bad either, they gave up that one big play that put NDSU in field goal range, they stopped them twice on 3rd downs but we picked up penalties that kept the drive alive and they scored a field goal and Td. if you take them two penalties away we’re talking a 31-17 game.

[@SouthernEmperor]

If…..I were an NFL owner, I would be working and planning right now to sign Shedeur and Travis as a passing combo. I would not separate those two on the next level. It would cost, but I would pay it.

[@ThreadAndCircuses1]

Any NFL QB can just throw the ball up and let Travis get it, Travis was contorting himself to make the catch, it's not like they were hitting timing routes all game.

[@dominionpcs7044]

Excellent idea!

[@JJdeluxe2000]

Shaddy be shiddy.. looks like an average qb from Ohio state. Chuck it up to speed.. if he’s Shaddy Jackson, he’s avg college player! You got Dewey Haskins at qb

[@SouthernEmperor]

@@JJdeluxe2000 You’re slow.

[@kevinkydd3919]

I saw most of the same issues from last season honestly. Lack of pass rush, defense couldn't get off the field on 3rd down, bad penalties at inopportune times, couldn't run the ball very well, couldn't pick up a 1st down on 4th and short. That said, a W is a W. The run defense is much improved. The pass protection was spotty, but miles better than last season. Sheduer is a magician with that extra time. Travis is on Heisman watch. Jimmy was unreal. Lavonta Bentley looks like a bonafide stud. They will need to play WAY better to get a dub on the road in Lincoln next week. I hope they get some things cleaned up.

[@heywardreed5921]

They had 3 penalties for 30yards.that north Dakota got the ball out very quickly.

[@kevinkydd3919]

@@heywardreed5921 two of the three were on 3rd down plays where they were off the field. Gave then 8 extra points. That’s the difference between a win and a loss most games.

[@fairviewgreensmade]

Positives: -We're definitely more talented -D line is much better -O line is better -WR core is amazing -We're solid at CB this year on both sides -Run D is alot better Negatives: -Safety and LB are liabilities in pass coverage -Lack of defensive adjustments (staying in man the whole game) -Lineups Charlie shouldn't be starting. We have 3 to 4 better rb's on the roster. I love Charlie like everyone else but Prime has to stop playing politics in that situation. -Trevor Woods. He's too slow. You would think since he was a safety coverage playing lb would be his strong point because he isn't a run stopper. -Shiloh. He's too slow. He's wrapping up this year thankfully. He's a 6yr Senior making stupid penalties at critical times(no excuse for that) he needs to kive in the film room with him being sllow for his position he needs to be able to anticipate plays. Is it me or does he not seem like he hits the weight room like he wants to go to the nfl. He doesn't have a nfl body. -Lack of TE usage -No plays under center (especially for run plays) -Sheduer has to get better with the deep ball. He tends to underthrow his receivers

[@hynds92]

On the defense side : 50 and 20 had a great game ! Let’s give them some love as well. Also JB!

[@reginapeet6648]

RK loves your realness and keeps speaking the truth when you see something being done wrong. You can't get better if that person isn't willing to change and learn from that person's mistakes.

[@PNice-ox6ei]

Unk…love you Bro & mad respect; but you’re wrong on that last pass by Shaduer. It’s too risky bro…the run was the correct play to call in that situation. If we run we’re punting with 11 seconds left. To pass was foolish and as Shaduer even eluded to wasn’t the smartest thing to do.

[@literarypharaoh1117]

❤

[@dywain2002]

Spot on. They HAVE to establish the run this year.

[@NotoriousOzTheMan]

Even as a fan, you have to evaluate the game objectively. I'm a huge Prime, Shedeur, Travis, Jimmy saved the team. I love Neely but he does need a little more objectivity. This isn't really about style points. It was a sloppy game that against an FBS team could've easily been a loss. Penalties didn't help, clock management didn't help. They need to go back to the drawing board and make some personnel changes. Shedeur only got sacked once but he got hit numerous times. BTW, the refs were OK - but the hold on Travis was right in front of the ref and the guy didn't do a thing - dude the guy has his arms around Travis' waist - I think that's battery in most states. I think Travis is part AI and part human. I still believe that this team has the potential to be excellent. The Nebraska game will be a good test in terms of coaching and execution. Always a Prime fan with his signed Cowboy jersey hanging on my wall.

[@cedo2297]

I'm assuming that sounds good to you. 1st game of the year and let's stop acting like the team they were playing was a cupcake, North Dakota can beat more than half of the fbs teams, also shedeur sanders was a fcs quarterback ijs😮

[@Atyfeni]

Yep& That’s bc the O line is still the same. A blind person cld see there was no improvement in the o line from watching the practices & the spring game.

[@dywain2002]

@@Atyfeniyou’re wrong here

[@dywain2002]

Tyler Brown ain’t it. Put Tyler Johnson in the game

[@Joe-m2d]

@@Atyfenithe offensive line showed improvement. Shadeur had time to throw downfield before pass rush got to him. Last year he often didn’t have time even for short passes. I think the offensive line will improve even more as the season goes on.

[@goldyluxxlife3663]

But it wasn't executed at the end of the game and we could have lost. Throwing ball at end was poor decision and should not be repeated. Seem like Unk forgot about Stanford. We could have lost EASILY based on that poor decision. Just saying...

[@outeraxxr6s270]

Shedeur did that. He said in press conference. He was wide open😭 but he underthrew the ball. He’s just gotta run the ball in that situation idk why he did that

[@Gr8Stowe]

Bad coaching 3 runs no pass option + foolishness from Shedeur the defense shouldn't of been back on the field I'm just glad CU won

[@deerobinson557]

@@Gr8Stowe Learn to read the comments before you comment.

[@Gr8Stowe]

@deerobinson557 read my comment Shedeur shouldn't of even had a chance to throw the ball a WR shouldn't of been on the field. When grown folks talk close your mouth

[@oldschooltv7378]

I agree we have to establish a run game Charlie is not the answer

[@js7977]

Has Unc ever disagreed with Prime? 😂 The way they managed the end of the game was incredibly risky and we were a few yards away from losing the game. Happy we won, but you run the ball on 1st with less than 2 mins on the clock in the 4th.

[@RazzyDreads]

THANK YOU FOR SUNSHINE, THANK YOU FOR RAIN, THANK YOU TO COACH PRIME FOR WINNING THIS GAME

[@TinoJenks]

Will Shepherd looked explosive when turning upfield after catching those hitches.

[@ch3rri314]

Thank warren Sapp for training that D line

[@nia-d3x]

Got to interview Jimmy Horne

[@DaChosen0525]

💯💯

[@rakkim555]

Run the Football, 5 capable Running Backs different Styles,Use your TIGHT ENDS & use motion. Salute! DNVR sports!!

[@donardnoel3101]

If the O Line is not getting a great push in the run then you need to put more violent runners in the game to help out the o line. Welch and Hood are two freshman that can run violently. Augustave can break tackles, and move piles.

[@Boxinghockey23]

Bro I’m sorry, I love Coach and this team, but his clock management is inexcusable at this point. You have 1:40 left in the game and you’re bombing it on first down. Running screen plays instead of simply running the gd ball. Multiple times inside the 5yd line and still lining up under shotgun. Why is this team so against having an under center set to give these running backs a chance? Why do they make it so much more difficult on themselves to end a game. You can see Dallan Hayden visibly pissed with these play calls and I don’t blame him at all. That’s poor coaching. We deserved to lose that game, getting THAT greedy and giving NDSU a chance to drive down at the end. Call a spade a spade.

[@deerobinson557]

That wasn't Primes decision, it was Shedeur's.

[@ednaclark5608]

​@@deerobinson557RIGHT!! And he needs to stop it!!

[@Infamousbnh]

RK is right. You have to run that football. When I coached football, I was in my head coach ear with 4 minutes on the clock, “Hey Coach, you can work on this clock a little bit.” I get everything about the look he got, but you run that ball the game ends without any pressure

[@8ElliottScott]

Uncle Neely doesn't think Deion or Sheduer ever made a mistake lol

[@fairviewgreensmade]

Yes he sounds like a yes man a lot

[@Midwest374]

One thing about Neely he going to say whatever sounds good i dont why he act like our eyes dont work

[@lelanledoux21]

Both QBs balled especially 7. Several and i mean several saccs should have happened. 7 looked like another 7

[@spencerboateng3272]

Only objective things Neely had to say was the shotgun comment. The lack of objectivity is nauseating

[@8ElliottScott]

I love him pregame but post game it kills me too

[@benjaminball1604]

d-line was great, well improved from last year. It was the secondary that bothered me. with the short passes.

[@PNice-ox6ei]

D-Line was not great. We were pla

[@PNice-ox6ei]

D-Line was not great. We were playing an FCS Team…granted a very good FCS Team but to allow their quarterback to look like the second coming of Steve Young was unacceptable. He ran for 2 TDs, threw for another and had close to a 90% completion rate and they had 160 yards rushing. I give our guys credit as we made adjustments in the second half and played much better but still; not a great performance by the D-Line. Also; our linebackers….on that last TD we gave up Benson blitzed but came in undisciplined and wasn’t fast enough to track the QB on his scramble…lastly; where were the turnovers? Defense didn’t create any turnovers!

[@Gr8Stowe]

NDSU was taking advantage of man coverage running pick plays and also QB running in a empty box.. Livingston has to mix up to zone sometimes

[@Gilly-o6w]

​@@Gr8Stowe😂 you obviously don't pay attention. CP has said repeatedly they are going to run man no matter what.

[@crazyasianppl]

it’s a good thing we stuffed the run better than the pass. the big 12 is littered with QBs worse than Cam Miller but with better running games.

[@nia-d3x]

This win that felt like a lost is Totally on Buff COACHES!!! No Adjustments. All the penalty players need more self discipline.

[@AUDACITY4Uphotographer]

Great show

[@Likethat249]

Neely isn't objective at all. And I wish he was. Because out of anyone who can be objective, it's him. Sometimes it's okay to say, "We need to be much better. We didn't play well even though we won." Saying, "The game was never in doubt" is wild.

[@cedo2297]

Well if we didn't play well and won, what happens when we do play well? Ijs..

[@Likethat249]

@@cedo2297 What does that have to do with being objective?

[@rockabot]

I mean Neely isn't a reporter lol🤷

[@vw1098]

Yeah S/O to RK for at least trying to be objective and keeping it honest…Neely is too invested lol

[@Likethat249]

​@@rockabot He needs to be a reporter in order to be objective?

[@zj8478]

I get kinda frustrated whenever CU runs on money downs . I understand wanting to have balance and setting the tone But 3rd and gotta have it 4th and short Man pass that mf! lol Need a TE to chip rushers and get open intermediate.

[@ShowNLove]

Colorado has a lot to clean up on the offense and defensive sides. Pass rush was lackluster and didn't not seem to impress vs a FCS team. Offensively we need a better run game and also get the tight end involved. If we go back and look at the past decade of national championship teams, all of them had an amazing run game. Fantastic tight ends and amazing wide receivers. We are missing two keys pieces offensively for a winning team. Overall good performance offensively and defensively but back to drawing if they want to compete on the national level

[@erichesters8718]

1st great win got the bugs out and now they have finally got some playing time together now it’s a walk in the park love the 1-0 everyweeked

[@Atyfeni]

It is NOT a walk in the park. Y’all are pathetic & way past delusional

[@Shelly_R]

What type of consequences can be done internally to eliminate those penalties? Running those laps does not seem to be getting it done. And Shiloh has to calm down on those end of play hits, please! He is under the microscope of the referees in each game.

[@outeraxxr6s270]

First game always tricky. We just gotta do our job

[@Likethat249]

Shilo should have been taken out of the game after that penalty. Prime left him in. That's not sending the right message to the team. Shilo always gets mindless penalties. He has to stop.

[@Gilly-o6w]

​@@Likethat249meh... I'm not mad at it. In the NFL they don't do that. If it's your guy that is the main communicator, he stays in no matter what.

[@deerobinson557]

@@Likethat249 You've never played football have you?

[@nia-d3x]

@Shelly_R Yeah, we love Shilo, but frfr He is not showing up to gurantee anybody going to see him on Sunday. He better get hungry fellas.

[@SoJourner963]

My question is, on Def Buffs were in man coverage, and yet many of receivers were wide open. I excepted a good game and got it. My emotions were all over the place. It's a win!

[@Ron-vo1fx]

We have to run more CU, let your RBs get a rhythm. We have a pass game, so run more 😢

[@rose-jo1dx]

all i can say is coach prime does not need neelys around him. he never disagrees with prime and this is why he’s not improving clock management. i love cu but homers can ruin this team

[@SurferBoye3000]

Neely said the game was never in doubt! What proof of Prime IV is he hooked up too? 😂😂😂Wow!

[@Likethat249]

It definitely was in doubt. They still are doing the same things from last season behavior wise.

[@Midwest374]

Neely going to say anything that sound good he Just happy Deion got him out of Mississippi

[@vw1098]

QB throws the Hail Mary 10 more yards and it’s wrap lol

[@sustainablescott]

And if you want to run the ball, put the dang QB under center sometimes on running down and distance

[@JayeRenee_418]

Good morning! Love Receipt Street!

[@hsakldhlkhddhsadlshad]

Relax, everyone. Win, lose, or draw, this is a beautiful team to watch. Just enjoy it while we have the opportunity.

[@Boxinghockey23]

Love you guys but sitting here defending CU’s play calls in the last 2 minutes is wild. No it wasn’t the correct play even if it was cover 0. No they shouldn’t be calling screens instead of runs. No Shedeur shouldn’t EVER make that play call again against Nebraska. I know y’all are close with the team but damn, being objective only helps, it’s constructive criticism. Saying this team can do no wrong only prolongs these problems. Undisciplined, poor clock management, stat padding play calls. It’s going to cost them games

[@itsonlyfairtokc]

Oh God not neely again 😫

[@rbradshaw44]

Travis is a robot unfreaking believable

[@JJStallworth]

1.Discipline 2.Running the ball 3.QB1 throwing a better go ball. 4.Lack of motion and creativity on offense. 5.More unpredictability on defense. Better O&D in second half except for a few plays. If you take away NDSU qb scramble the did a good job controlling the run game. 5.

[@SoCalBuff-kl7jw]

"If you want to be a physical team, LINE UP like a physical team"

[@andrewdgw6779]

Great game plan by NDSU on offense. Lots of positives such as DLine. But if we can't run this is a 6 win team.

[@TheSpookWhoSatByTheDoor619]

😂😂 y’all be praying on gods children downfall 😂😂 hold that L and hush it till tha next episode 🎉 congrats CU tha hood still riding wit y’all 💪🏾🔝🏁

[@pcrenovations]

I’m confident we can adjust and get more disciplined

[@Sweetstevenson]

I’m mad they didn’t let Micah run the ball at all and I don’t understand why they couldn’t run it when the other team run the ball with ease CU better find a running game are it’s going to be another year like last year all the teams going to know CU is un able to run

[@MrNewstyle23]

Really need Jimmy Horn to not have any more drops for the rest of the season. His great game became an average game when he missed wide open catches in crucial moments!

[@paidbum]

Trevor woods will be on the second team for sure! First two plays of the game were on him.

[@fairviewgreensmade]

Facts. He's too slow. You would think since he was a safety coverage playing lb would be his strong point because he isn't a run stopper.

[@dominionpcs7044]

My sentiment as well!!!!!

[@yolandaneely5603]

Grateful for the win ! Coach Prime expressed disappointment ! But the defense & the run execution did not match the hype. The hype made one to expect the team would dominate! Thumbs up for you trying to sow positive energy ! Better team for sure but dominant not yet !

[@minister_philly]

Why is every wrong thing defended with either “we won” or “it would have been worse last year”? Why not just admit it was the wrong choice?

[@8ElliottScott]

This could be a national show if Neely would use his access to really objectively break down the game. He's sharp but won't against Coach ever

[@Thegenesis757]

At the end of the day it was a win, and a win is a win. As far as 1st games go, it served it’s purpose. It exposed any weaknesses that could have a negative effect on the game. Things like timing and rhythm, which can only be evaluated accurately by actually playing a game against another team. Now, it’s back to the lab, tweak where necessary and on to the next game. For those that expected a blow out win; well, sorry, the level of your expectations have nothing to do with the results. After all, some expected us to lose. Any “fan” who expects this or any other team to play a perfect game every game is being unrealistic and will be in for a very disappointing season. IMO, we need to manage our expectations and let the team write their own story with every game being another chapter, and the end of the season being the FINALE ending with a championship. Lastly, let the people paid to coach, coach. They’re the only one’s that have the actual wide angle view of what’s really going on on the field.

[@Waldorf2332]

This is coming from a big supporter: - Trevor Woods is too slow! - Charlie is too small! Split carriers between Hayden, and the three other backs. - Run the ball at least 30 times a game. - Please run a formation besides 3 out/4 out with one back in the backfield. Can't just play backyard football and expect to win. Need more plays with the tight end and even some two tight end sets. - Shedeur is still holding the ball too long! - Run the clock out when you can to end the game. No excuse for that dumb throw with 1:50 on the clock. - Give Travis a damn break on offense and defense, otherwise, he won't make it through the season. - Everyone need to humble themselves and accept criticism, even Coach Prime! - Y'all looked unprepared and immature.

[@MrNewstyle23]

Agree with a lot of things you stated.

[@fairviewgreensmade]

Facts. Woods is too slow. You would think since he was a safety coverage playing lb would be his strong point because he isn't a run stopper.

[@dominionpcs7044]

I feel the same way.

[@UrbanEconomist5]

The defense made adjustments so that what I’m looking for as progress through the season

[@stephenbuechner9595]

Jake and Neely supporting the decision to throw at the end of the game... smh. It was not the right decision and Shedeur admitted as much.

[@Likethat249]

"People watching this game and thinking our defense played poorly, I don't see what you saw." -Neely. Really? Everyone who watched that game minus you all and maybe the team believe the defense played poorly. They have a lot of cleaning up to do.

[@jeremyisabelle1250]

Defense played ok, especially the D line. They did good. Secondary needs to tighten upup.

[@cedo2297]

They didn't play poorly, your not giving credit to #2 ranked North Dakota. There not an undersized squad in the trenches.

[@Dealswholesaler]

Pat not running the ball enough not balance enough have to keep defense honest. Rob is learning to be a college football defensive coordinator. D lineman looks good though

[@ispeakenglish2603]

Im just here to be lied to

[@lorenzodawkins7500]

I don’t know about that nail in the coffin talk but a dub is a dub

[@MikeNoJones]

General question. Why do CU only run one formation?

[@pcrenovations]

Def an OC who wrote this. I’m picking up what you’re putting down .

[@Boxinghockey23]

I’ve been screaming this all off season and everyone pushes back. Why are they not lining up under center.. ever?? Why are then doing these half ass hb draws every single time? It’s so frustrating to watch and you can see Hayden showing his frustration about it every play

[@eddiemac6648]

As the kids says: here comes the glazing instead of straight forward analysis!

[@rosephillips9947]

I have mixed emotions I am happy for the win but if they continue like this we might be 1-11 😳 where is the RUN ? Neely always behaving like CU was dominant . This is a better team playing like last year’s team. PENALTIES and NO RUN. Luckily Jimmy has speed. This has nothing to do with haters. You told us that this team was superior to last year and as such we are looking for superior performance. NFL performance with NFL coaches. My sleepless nights being kmt

[@heywardreed5921]

Hunter has been the very best player in college football the past two seasons its not even close. nobody is doing what he is doing.

[@1DrkVixen]

@DNVR the question about man coverage. You said you talked about it but I didn’t hear it i. This show. Can someone give me a timestamp? Thanks!

[@Gilly-o6w]

Everyone please stop overreacting 😂. NDSU is a tough team for 1, and this was the teams first game running a new scheme. Overall it looked alot better. Oline held up just enough to give sheduer the time he needs, and dline did great against the run. Now they just need to clean up the coverage in the flat.

[@Gr8Stowe]

@Gilly-o6w Cleary you don't pay attention to CP last year was about hope this year is about expectations.. Colorado supposed to dominate given the talented & athlete gap compared to NDSU also we supposed to have better coaches I want to see improvement game 2

[@TnTWorld95]

I also CU was holding back plays and player. Trying not to show too much.

[@PA-zt6xu]

Yep

[@rmatthews3473]

I didn't feel good about this game. It felt like a loss😢

[@Gr8Stowe]

I agree but sometimes you have to win ugly games

[@JJStallworth]

The CU’s DC needs to give other offenses different looks besides man almost all of the game. Im still rocking with CU….Shilo has to realize the he is costing folks out here $$$…enough with the silly stuff. The edge rushers need to do a lot better containing the edges. I’m still high on this defense They also need to not use travis so much….save him for the back half and develop other players confidence.

[@kumasi5991]

"Something to take away from this game: We had to remember that this is the first time Sean Livingston is fully embracing his defensive role. Last year, we gave away our entire offensive scheme in three games, thanks to KZbin analysts breaking down film. I believe they kept it simple to keep opponents on their toes. There were some silly mistakes, especially from Shilo. I feel like you're talking to Travis Wade too much, but I understand why. However, you're putting him in jeopardy by doing that."

[@michaelk622]

Good tune up game. I knew the game would be won by our WRs…no way they had a chance against them. Good D adjustments in second half. Physical on DL but OL needs to improve on that. Travis is ridiculous! 2 being 2. Hayden is a beast the way he broke that tackle…wow! Lots of good stuff…lots to improve!

[@trard9490]

I wish they would stop running man coverage , especially playing against a running qb. I think they would be way wayyyy better defensive team, Trevor woods is not a man coverage linebacker,

[@JonathanJackson-fj3ok]

Amari McNeil FLASHED all game to me , I personally knew when 88 was in the game cuz of the havoc he was causing

[@vw1098]

Yeah Unk missed with this one lol…. I’m still shook from Stanford lol… the defense haven’t proven anything yet to be comfortable enough to make that throw instead of run… S/O to RK for trying to be objective and keep it a honest take and RK is a die hard fan who sleeps in buff atttire

[@SFRmedia20]

If he hit Jimmy earlier on that seem that was definitely a TD, I know he have to go through he's reads but that was open from the jump lol lol

[@Realtalkyou08]

I think the defense is going to be better

[@ThreadAndCircuses1]

This team is going to be bad. Couldn't run with a numbers advantage vs 2 high safeties. Can't get pass rush with 4 or 5. Got run on with a numbers advantage in the box. Lucky they played FCS caliber athletes, I see the only other win coming against Colorado State. Travis is amazing as usual, Jimmy Horn is NFL caliber even with the drop. Hayes is a solid player. McNeil was only disruptive interior linemen. Coaching decisions were horrible, throwing the ball at the end of the game.

[@natlovesfashion27]

Man STFU! Some of you fake “football analysts” kill me. It’s the first game! They were predicted to lose and won despite playing a good team with an awesome QB. Talking about they’re going to be bad. Not as bad as your wife. 😂

[@Gilly-o6w]

Sheduer checked to it... It really wasn't a bad decision. They were in cover 0 and the pass was open, he just underthrew it.

[@Likethat249]

Linebacker is another weak spot. Travis Woods can't cover out of the backfield. He got smoked on that first drive.

[@ThreadAndCircuses1]

@@Gilly-o6w That was a dumb decision, also, throwing on third down was also dumb, if the pass was tipped or dropped, NDSU would have had 1:30 seconds to drive the ball down the field

[@PNice-ox6ei]

The fellas….whew! Much closer than it should’ve been! No disrespect to NDSU but we’ve got ALOT of work to do!! The O-Line is still not there!! I’m the biggest Buffs fan but I gotta call it like I see it. There was no push in the run game; Khalil & Justin were way to high in the run plays with no leverage or push. Zalinkas was bullied a lot , granted they allowed only 1 sack but we are fooling ourselves if we think this type of offensive imbalance will translate to success. It may take having to shuffle up the O-Line some more but if we can’t get more from the running game we won’t win more than 5 games this year. Also; the D-Line; that first half what was that? Where was the push from our D-Tackles? Again; I’m happy with the win but if we don’t make the adjustments and get our run game on track it’s gonna be an up and down long season.

[@Gilly-o6w]

I totally disagree, sheduer had way more time than last year. And there were holes for the run game. There were several times that the rb was one tackle break from a big play. I think if they stop playing so much from the gun, the run game will improve.

[@PNice-ox6ei]

@Gilly-o6w; you’re entitled to your opinion but could’ve, should’ve and would’ves aren’t measurables. Men and women lie; numbers don’t! If you think we’re gonna win playing FBS Caliber teams rushing 59 yards then you’re itching for a replay of last season.🤦🏽‍♂️

[@GeorgeSaunders-c3z]

Way to get Er don boy's Skoo buffs

[@outeraxxr6s270]

We need a run game!!!!!! For Nebraska

[@d3mist0clesgee12]

My only concern after the game is the running game needs to be established not just for Nebraska but entire schedule

[@Gr8Stowe]

We need to run the ball from under center every run shouldn't be from shotgun! Hayden need more touches

[@d3mist0clesgee12]

@@Gr8Stowe Yes, where was Augustave? He needed touches too, TBH Hank was getting bullied, I was a big backer of his till today, might have to rotate other center too

[@Gr8Stowe]

@@d3mist0clesgee12 Augustave Welch Hood?? I just don't like our run scheme + give your starting RB a chance to get in flow of the game. Only game 1 got to clean up our mistakes

[@d3mist0clesgee12]

@@Gr8Stowe It was a great Tune up game to fix the kinks, penalties on D kept NDSU in the game and they scored, second half we put the clamps on them, this team will play better next week, can’t wait for Nebraska lol

[@cliffordsmith428]

It’s just the first game of the season; so I’ll try not to be too hard on them. The defense made some decent adjustments from the 1st to 2nd half. Shedeur and Travis were Shedeur and Travis 💯🔥. Great game for Jimmy 👏🏾🔥. However, as good as NDSU was - it’s about to get a WHOLE LOT tougher. And I’ve seen TOO MANY reminisces of last year’s team…. IN GAME ONE!😳🤦🏽‍♂️ Coach D. Lew is about to shine his shoes in somebody’s hind-pockets. 😂 If CU can’t make the right adjustments; personal-wise, play-wise, etc. - then it’s gonna be a LOOOONG season. So come on Buffs. Because the LAST thing I want is to have to listen to these hateful trolls this year. 😌🙏🏾💪🏾💯❤️‍🔥🔥 #SkoBuffs

[@deerobinson557]

Wrong, this is the easiest schedule CU has played in at least 15 years, the Big 12 is not even as tough as the Pac 12 was.

[@cliffordsmith428]

@@deerobinson557 You’re not wrong. But if games are gonna be this close, in a perceived weaker conference; and the Buffs (defense) is starting out looking like this - undisciplined, missed assignments, etc - then it’s gonna be a long season. I’m riding with them until the wheels fall off; however, I won’t allow myself to become so emotionally charged that I’m not able to think rationally about their performance. They need to do better.

[@TJ-Stackin]

W's stack them all season Keep getting better every week!

[@1JamesHunter]

Jimmy Horn even dropped an easy td for 40+ yds on 2nd half screen...

[@Ron-vo1fx]

I thought we could lose, because in man coverage, cam Miller was scarying me

[@mikeyjit9942]

love you all and all the content,,,,but we have to be truthful in times like this lol.....the convo and the agreeing with shadeur throwing and giving the team another chance is literally what gets coaches fired in the NFL. it also shows the mediocrity of the team and underscores the team being undisciplined in many other facets of the game. its BS, you run no matter what. we cant just be sheep lol also dont mention the guy trying to catch the ball at the EOG.... indefensible. when we lose 8 games in a row, these reasons are gonna be crucial

[@waynes1398]

Playing travis that much is not smart give him a series to rest its a long season prime needs to manage that better

[@outeraxxr6s270]

Agreed

[@Gr8Stowe]

Absolutely this can be sustainable all season.. 12 played a heck of a game

[@TnTWorld95]

I’m take this route… “My suffering was good for me, for it taught me to pay attention to your decrees.” ‭‭Psalms‬ ‭119‬:‭71‬ ‭NLT‬‬ This was not what was expected of CU but this may have been better than an absolute blowout. They will LEARN, establish who they are, and go on to win and win big.

[@daudyisrael6142]

NDSU said there is no way I am throwing the ball to Travis's side

[@gregsaidit]

Can probably got a stinger… the way he got up w/ his shoulder hanging.

[@outeraxxr6s270]

I’m nervous for Nebraska

[@Gilly-o6w]

Well buckle up... pretty sure every week is going to be a nail biter, while these guys are still getting used to the scheme

[@deerobinson557]

So are the Cornhuskers. Do you really think they want to lose a fourth game in a row to CU, with no more chances to win in the next ten years at least?

[@andrewdgw6779]

A night game at our rival in front of 90,000 is never going to be easy. NDSU was good prep

[@stanleyfontaine25]

I’m rooting for Colorado but Travis shouldn’t be playing every down on offense, idc how good he is. Conserve his energy and get other players involved. You could have easily played a TE with a 3 wide receiver set and got the running game going more.

[@denvermonkey]

Jimmy NEEDS to stop dropping the ball when WIDE OPEN. There was NO ONE around him for 30 yards.

[@apierre1593]

Take the opponent to make the bag. Going to lose money dealing with Colorado.

[@bernadettejones7276]

That's your gambling problem, not theirs! 😂

[@apierre1593]

True 😂.

[@abrahammedhin5510]

The only thing holding the team back is running the ball. Shadeur will have less and less time

[@natthaphonnoble2407]

I am still wondering how shedeur will translate into the NFL. He does hold the ball a long time, very similar to Russ he sometimes causes his own pressure, takes unnecessary sacks. NFL you half to make quick decisions and get rid of it quick and accurately. Some of his balls are not always accurate but right now he can get away with it. I am a huge Buffs fan NOT a hater but I’m just noticing some tendencies that might cause him problems in the NFL.

[@angelopinagomes1591]

The front 5 looks good...the linebackers and safetys where not that good

[@fairviewgreensmade]

Exactly!

[@mpearson2803]

I know all fanbases pump sunshine; but this is ridiculous. THIS is not the NDSU's of old. This is not the dominant team in the FCS anymore. Brand new coach and brand new team. this is a bad game for CU and somebody needs to say it out loud. All this if this and if that the these guys keep spouting off is crazy. Here's one IF for you.....if the refs would have been better; you probably lose this game.