BREAKING: The Colorado Buffaloes faced a crushing defeat against the Arizona Wildcats, losing 52-17 at Folsom Field on November 1, 2025. This loss marks a new low for the Buffs, who were plagued by an unprecedented penalty issue, racking up a staggering 14 penalties for a total of 110 yards—the highest this season.
The Buffaloes entered the game as one of the least-penalized teams in the Big 12, but they doubled their previous season high of six penalties. Head coach Deion Sanders expressed disbelief at the team’s performance, stating, “We’ve been doing good. Today just horrible. Penalty-wise, horrible. No discipline.” The Buffs’ inconsistency was evident as they struggled on both offense and defense, contributing to this humiliating loss.
Significant moments were overshadowed by penalties. Early in the second quarter, with the score at 24-7, a potential 75-yard touchdown from quarterback Kaidon Salter to receiver Sincere Brown was negated due to two penalties. Instead of closing in on the Wildcats, CU faced a daunting first-and-25 from their own 10-yard line.
Compounding their woes, a critical interception by Ivan Yates was nullified due to a roughing the passer call on Arden Walker, allowing Arizona to maintain momentum. The Buffs’ defensive struggles continued as Arizona rushed for 204 yards, becoming the sixth team this season to surpass 200 rushing yards against Colorado.
Adding an emotional layer to the day, former CU quarterback and rookie Cleveland Browns player Shedeur Sanders visited his father, Coach Prime, during the game. Despite the loss, Coach Sanders cherished the rare family moment, noting, “I haven’t seen my son in a long time. Forget the game… I’m just happy to see my kids whenever I get an opportunity.”
Despite the defeat, there were individual highlights for the Buffs. Running back Dallan Hayden surpassed the 1,000-yard career rushing mark, now at 1,020 yards. Additionally, kicker Alejandro Mata set a new CU record with 104 consecutive extra points, solidifying his position as one of the program’s top scorers with 187 points overall.
As the Buffaloes regroup following this disappointing performance, fans are left wondering how the team will respond in the coming weeks. The loss serves as a wake-up call for Coach Sanders and his players as they prepare for their next challenge. Stay tuned for updates on this developing story.
