How Arizona and Colorado Matchup in ESPN Football Power Index and SP+ Metrics

Fansided | October 30, 2025

Arizona has a big advantage over Colorado all but one ESPN Football Power Index and a is significant favorite to beat the Buffaloes in their metrics.

Oct 19, 2024; Tucson, Arizona, USA; Arizona Wildcats linebacker Taye Brown (6) tackles Colorado Buffaloes quarterback Shedeur Sanders (2) during the third quarter at Arizona Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Aryanna Frank-Imagn Images | Aryanna Frank-Imagn Images

Arizona has a 57.9 percent chance of defeating Colorado per the ESPN Football Power Index simulations. The Wildcats have a higher rating in every ESPN FPI metric measuring the performance of a team, except special teams.