Cincinnati and Colorado Clash in Pivotal Big 12 Matchup
Both teams aim to strengthen their standings in the Big 12 with identical 5-2 records as they meet at Folsom Field.
- Cincinnati and Colorado both hold 3-1 conference records, trailing undefeated BYU and Iowa State in the Big 12 race.
- The game features standout quarterbacks Shedeur Sanders of Colorado and Brendan Sorsby of Cincinnati, leading the conference in passer ratings.
- Colorado's defense, led by NFL-experienced coaches, ranks highly in sacks and red zone defense, posing a challenge for Cincinnati's offense.
- Cincinnati's defense, with a strong pass rush, will test Colorado's offensive line, which has been vulnerable in past games.
- A victory would make either team bowl-eligible, continuing their successful second seasons under new head coaches.