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Deion Sanders Picks Up a Signature Win, But Can Colorado Win Out in 2026?

Colorado secured a significant 42-32 victory against the 14th-ranked Houston Cougars on Friday. This result marks the program's first win over a top-15 opponent since 2007 and effectively ended Houston's prospects for the College Football Playoff.

Led by a strong performance from Richard Young on the ground, the Buffaloes overcame a 13-point deficit to improve their standing. Head coach Deion Sanders, who faced pressure following a 3-6 start to the season, acknowledged the team's effort while calling for continued improvement.

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