Here are 10 Takeaways from Colorado's win over Colorado State
1. The Defense looked outstanding. Especially in the first half, where they held the Rams to just 79-yards.
2. Quarterback Sefo Liufau managed the up-tempo offense very well. Was 21-30 through the third quarter for 292-yards passing and 1 touchdown. He threw a few bad balls, but overall felt he was in control of the game.
3. Running Back Phillip Lindsay did work, especially in the first half where he ran for 72-yards off 14 carries and 2 touchdowns. Looked explosive and ran through a few defenders. Did have one fumble on the night, but was really impressed with his performance.
4. Special Teams was on point. Diego Gonzalez hit three big field goals with strong confidence and every kickoff was through the end zone for a touchback. Alex Kinney had a big punt on the night as well, Jay MacIntyre looked dependable returning punts.
5. Colorado might have the best secondary in the PAC 12. Is that a giant statement: Absolutely, but watch the game film. The unit balled out in every facet of the game. Chico Awuzie is a sure shot NFL guy having some monster hits and an interception, Tedric Thompson made some big open field tackles, had some big hits on receivers, even came up with an interception in the third quarter and Afolabi Laguda is a big, big hitter.
6. Receivers shined. Who was going to step up was a theme at the receiver position and it was answered by Devin Ross who caught for over 100-yards, Bryce Bobo who had over 100-yards receiving, and Shay Fields who had over 75 yards on the night. That play Bobo made in the 2nd quarter was just incredible.
7. Colorado State did get to the quarterback. Not in terms of sacks, but they did put the wood to Sefo more than a few times on the night. Also felt that Sefo did too much running during the evening, he’s a big dude, but obviously the less he is touched the better. Took a big hit in the 4th quarter and left the game.
8. Play calling offensively was very good. Coach Brian Lindgren did a great job and that opening up-tempo offense Colorado displayed had Colorado State gassed on the first drive. The offense, especially in the first half looked potent.
9. Jim Leavitt dominated Colorado State Offensive Coordinator Marty English. Through three quarters of play Colorado State was just 7-22 passing for 33-yards and had rushed for 23 carries for 84-yards. Colorado led 37-0 with 4 minutes left in the third quarter. The defense has now forced a turnover in 14 consecutive games.
10. Kenneth Olugbode and Jimmie Gilbert, two linebackers we really need to talk about more. Olugbode had two sacks and Jimmie Gilbert forced a fumble, which Olugbode then recovered.
A few notes
True Freshman Beau Bisharat on kickoff team
Diego Gonzalez with kickoff instead of Chris Graham
Up tempo offense looked fantastic
Lindsay had 39-yards on the opening drive
Colorado Defense forces three straight three and outs
Phillip Lindsay fumbles inside red-zone
Faton Bauta in during 4th series for Colorado State
Colorado forces fourth three and out of the 1st quarter
Jimmie Gilbert forced fumble
Kenneth Olugbode recovered fumble
Colorado out gains Colorado State in yardages 253-10 in the 1st quarter
5 kick offs for touchbacks to open the game for Diego Gonzalez
Colorado opens game with six three and out defensive stops
Olugbode has two sacks in the 1st half
Bryce Bobo was ESPN top 10 grab
1. The Defense looked outstanding. Especially in the first half, where they held the Rams to just 79-yards.
2. Quarterback Sefo Liufau managed the up-tempo offense very well. Was 21-30 through the third quarter for 292-yards passing and 1 touchdown. He threw a few bad balls, but overall felt he was in control of the game.
3. Running Back Phillip Lindsay did work, especially in the first half where he ran for 72-yards off 14 carries and 2 touchdowns. Looked explosive and ran through a few defenders. Did have one fumble on the night, but was really impressed with his performance.
4. Special Teams was on point. Diego Gonzalez hit three big field goals with strong confidence and every kickoff was through the end zone for a touchback. Alex Kinney had a big punt on the night as well, Jay MacIntyre looked dependable returning punts.
5. Colorado might have the best secondary in the PAC 12. Is that a giant statement: Absolutely, but watch the game film. The unit balled out in every facet of the game. Chico Awuzie is a sure shot NFL guy having some monster hits and an interception, Tedric Thompson made some big open field tackles, had some big hits on receivers, even came up with an interception in the third quarter and Afolabi Laguda is a big, big hitter.
6. Receivers shined. Who was going to step up was a theme at the receiver position and it was answered by Devin Ross who caught for over 100-yards, Bryce Bobo who had over 100-yards receiving, and Shay Fields who had over 75 yards on the night. That play Bobo made in the 2nd quarter was just incredible.
7. Colorado State did get to the quarterback. Not in terms of sacks, but they did put the wood to Sefo more than a few times on the night. Also felt that Sefo did too much running during the evening, he’s a big dude, but obviously the less he is touched the better. Took a big hit in the 4th quarter and left the game.
8. Play calling offensively was very good. Coach Brian Lindgren did a great job and that opening up-tempo offense Colorado displayed had Colorado State gassed on the first drive. The offense, especially in the first half looked potent.
9. Jim Leavitt dominated Colorado State Offensive Coordinator Marty English. Through three quarters of play Colorado State was just 7-22 passing for 33-yards and had rushed for 23 carries for 84-yards. Colorado led 37-0 with 4 minutes left in the third quarter. The defense has now forced a turnover in 14 consecutive games.
10. Kenneth Olugbode and Jimmie Gilbert, two linebackers we really need to talk about more. Olugbode had two sacks and Jimmie Gilbert forced a fumble, which Olugbode then recovered.
A few notes
True Freshman Beau Bisharat on kickoff team
Diego Gonzalez with kickoff instead of Chris Graham
Up tempo offense looked fantastic
Lindsay had 39-yards on the opening drive
Colorado Defense forces three straight three and outs
Phillip Lindsay fumbles inside red-zone
Faton Bauta in during 4th series for Colorado State
Colorado forces fourth three and out of the 1st quarter
Jimmie Gilbert forced fumble
Kenneth Olugbode recovered fumble
Colorado out gains Colorado State in yardages 253-10 in the 1st quarter
5 kick offs for touchbacks to open the game for Diego Gonzalez
Colorado opens game with six three and out defensive stops
Olugbode has two sacks in the 1st half
Bryce Bobo was ESPN top 10 grab
