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Colorado football report card, grades after three-point loss to Utah

The Colorado Buffaloes fell just short of their first Big 12 win of the season, losing a three-point decision to Utah despite a standout all-around performance. Colorado’s defense stifled Utah early, forcing two interceptions from quarterback Devon Dampier and holding the Utes to just 13 points in the first half, including four trips into the red zone.

The Buffaloes’ offense, led by quarterback Isaac Wilson, answered with 17 unanswered points in the third quarter, including a pivotal 68-yard touchdown from JaQuail Smith that shifted momentum. Wilson’s poise under pressure was evident on the final drive, where he scrambled for a first down and threw a game-sealing strike to Joseph Williams, setting up the failed hail mary attempt that sealed the loss.

The offensive line delivered a flawless day, protecting Wilson with zero sacks and enabling a near-six-yard average per carry, while the running backs—particularly DeKalon Taylor with an 18-yard touchdown—proved crucial in both the run and pass games. Though the defense struggled to contain Utah’s passing late, their early dominance and turnover production kept Colorado in the game until the final play.

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