Avery Johnson is coming for Deion Sanders and the Buffs this Halloween, and honestly, the Big 12 might not be ready for what he brings. This dude is a dynamic, elite dual-threat quarterback, already ranked in the conference’s top 10 for both passing and rushing yards. Colorado has got to figure out how to contain him if they want any shot against Kansas State, especially with this game being such a crucial one for their season goals.
Get Ready For a Halloween Noon Showdown
Mark your calendars, Buffs fans! The Week 9 kickoff against Kansas State is officially set for Halloween, October 31st, at noon MT. We’re talking Folsom Field, live on TNT and truTV, with a simulcast on HBO Max. This is going to be the earliest kickoff at home since the 2024 finale against Oklahoma State. So, if you’re planning on hitting the trick-or-treating circuit, you better get those costumes ready for an early start. Juggling game day with Halloween festivities? That’s the kind of dedication a fan base like ours shows!
Buffs Need Wins, And K-State Ain’t an Easy One
Let’s be real, Colorado needs to start stacking those Ws if there’s any hope of hitting six wins and making a bowl game. Kansas State, sitting at 4-2 overall and 1-2 in the Big 12, just grabbed their first conference win by beating rival Kansas. They’re coming in with some momentum. Plus, the Wildcats have had our number, beating the Buffs in both matchups since Colorado rejoined the Big 12. This isn’t just another game; it’s a test. Depending on how the Buffaloes perform in Week 8 against Oklahoma State, we could even be favored, but that means showing up big time.
Kansas State still has a game this week, visiting Arizona State, before they head our way. But for Coach Sanders and the Buffs, the focus has to be on Week 8, then immediately turning to that Halloween showdown. Containing Avery Johnson is going to be the absolute key to whether we can turn this season around and fight for bowl eligibility. Let’s get it, Buffs!
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Originally reported by Yahoo Sports.
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