UPDATE: The Colorado Buffaloes faced a devastating defeat against the Arizona Wildcats, losing 52-17 at Folsom Field on November 1, 2025. This game marked a shocking turn as the Buffs were penalized a staggering 14 times for 110 yards, more than doubling their previous season high of six penalties.
The Buffs, who entered the game as one of the least-penalized teams in the Big 12, fell apart defensively and offensively. Head coach Deion Sanders expressed disbelief at the team’s discipline, saying, “Today just horrible. Penalty-wise, horrible. No discipline.”
The penalties proved costly. In a crucial moment during the second quarter, with the Buffs trailing 24-7, a 75-yard touchdown pass was nullified due to two penalties. Instead of cutting the deficit, the Buffs faced a daunting first-and-25 from their own 10-yard line.
On the defensive side, the Buffs had a crucial interception nullified by a roughing the passer call. This trend of missed opportunities led to a frustrating afternoon for both players and fans.
In a personal moment amidst the chaos, former Buffs quarterback and current Cleveland Browns rookie Shedeur Sanders visited his father, Coach Prime. “I haven’t seen my son in a long time, so that was quite emotional for me,” Sanders stated, despite the game’s outcome overshadowing the visit.
While the Buffs struggled, kicker Alejandro Mata made history by setting a new CU record with 104 consecutive extra points. He is now 106-of-107 in his career and ranks third in program history for made extra points.
As the Buffs look to regroup after this disappointing outing, fans are left wondering how the team will address its discipline issues and rebound in upcoming games. The immediate impact of this loss raises questions about their trajectory in the season. Will they find a way to regain their composure?
Stay tuned for further developments on the CU Buffs as they aim to bounce back from this tumultuous defeat.
