Colorado State Defeats Northern Colorado 38-17 in Home Opener

Rams secure first win of the season despite injury to star wide receiver Tory Horton.

Tory Horton returned a punt 78 yards for a touchdown on his first play, boosting his NFL draft prospects.
Colorado State's running game dominated, accumulating 246 yards and three touchdowns.
Quarterback Brayden Fowler-Nicolosi contributed with a rushing touchdown and 180 passing yards.
Northern Colorado's Peter Costelli threw for 187 yards and two touchdowns, keeping the game competitive.
Horton's injury in the third quarter raises concerns for next week's matchup against Colorado.