Utah Dominates Colorado 53-7 Amid Key Injuries, Defensive Struggles

Colorado Buffaloes quarterback Kaidon Salter struggled significantly during the team's 53-7 loss to the Utah Utes, completing just 9-of-22 passes for 37 yards with one interception, and being sacked five times as Utah's defense overwhelmed Colorado's offensive line. Despite extensive film study, Salter was blindsided by Utah's defensive pressures, which were notably different from what he had prepared for, leading to repeated sacks and disruptions. Colorado's defense also faltered, allowing 587 total yards and 422 rushing yards, contributing to one of the team's worst performances this season. Disciplinary issues sidelined key receivers Omarion Miller and Joseph Williams for the first half, further hampering Colorado's offensive efforts. Head coach Deion Sanders acknowledged the team's poor showing, calling it possibly the worst beating they've ever had, and highlighted the need for improved preparation, especially against Utah's rushing attack. The loss underscored Colorado's vulnerabilities on both sides of the ball and the challenge Salter faces in consistently leading the team under pressure.