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‘Revenge Game Incoming,’ ‘Pick-6 Streak Is Back’ — Colorado Fans Divided as Deion Sanders Sticks With Isaac Wilson Over Julian Lewis For Utah Showdown

Colorado quarterback Isaac Wilson will start against his alma mater, Utah, in a matchup loaded with personal and programmatic stakes. Wilson, who transferred from the Utes and has started the last two games for the Buffaloes (2-3 overall, 0-2 in the Big 12), will face a Utah team that has dominated its schedule, winning five straight games by an average margin of 18 points.

The decision to pass over veteran Julian Lewis—who began the season strong with a 366-yard, four-touchdown performance—sparked debate among fans, some of whom questioned Wilson’s accuracy after three interceptions in his first start, including a costly fourth-quarter pick-six against Texas Tech. Others, however, highlighted the emotional weight of the game, given Wilson’s Utah roots and his brief but impactful college career there, including seven starts as a freshman in 2024.

Coach Deion Sanders, who took over Colorado in 2023, dismissed the “revenge game” narrative but acknowledged the challenge ahead, as the Buffaloes have lost their last three contests and haven’t won since a 52-21 victory over Weber State in September. Utah, meanwhile, has beaten Colorado twice since Sanders arrived, most recently routing the Buffaloes 53-7 last season.

The showdown at Folsom Field on Saturday could hinge on Wilson’s ability to capitalize on his connection with the team and limit turnovers, especially against a Utah defense that has allowed just 14 or fewer points per game this year.

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