Five bold predictions for Colorado’s Big 12 opener vs. Baylor

CU football linebacker Lavonta Bentley (20) scoops up a fumble in the red zone against CSU in the Rocky Mountain Showdown at Canvas Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 14, 2024, in Fort Collins, Colo.

With some momentum coming off their strong Week 3 performance at Colorado State, the Colorado Buffaloes will welcome the Baylor Bears to Folsom Field on Saturday for their Big 12 Conference opener.

Baylor, led by its physical defense, completed its nonconference slate at 2-1 with dominant wins over Tarleton State and Air Force and a nine-point loss to Big 12 foe Utah. Heading into this Week 4 matchup, Baylor’s defense has held opposing offenses to an average of 230.3 yards and under 10 points per game, setting up what could be a low-scoring affair in Boulder.

Below are five bold predictions for Colorado’s Big 12 opener against Baylor:

Colorado will force at least three turnovers

Sep 14, 2024; Fort Collins, Colorado, USA; Colorado Buffaloes players celebrate an interception and were charged with a penalty at Sonny Lubick Field at Canvas Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Michael Madrid-Imagn Images

Projected rain in the forecast and Baylor’s lack of ball security should allow Colorado’s defense to produce another big turnover game. The Bears have committed seven fumbles in three games, losing possession on four of those cough-ups. Additionally, Baylor quarterback Dequan Finn has thrown two interceptions in 43 passing attempts.

Micah Welch will lead another 100-yard rushing output

Sep 14, 2024; Fort Collins, Colorado, USA; Colorado State Rams linebacker Chase Wilson (30) is charged with a penalty on this play late in the game at Sonny Lubick Field at Canvas Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Michael Madrid-Imagn Images

Colorado’s rushing attack finally found some success last week against Colorado State, and I’m expecting another big game from Micah Welch. This…

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Publish date : 2024-09-18 22:13:22

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