There is a renewed confidence emanating from Colorado right now. Right before the bye week, the Buffaloes saw proof of concept for this season by knocking off No. 22 Iowa State in Boulder. After weeks of being 'close', Colorado finally broke through and proved they could compete with the upper echelon of the Big 12.
A much greater challenge awaits on Saturday. Now, Deion Sanders has to take the show on the road and face a stout Utah team in one of college football's most challenging environments in Salt Lake City. Utah star QB Devon Dampier is probable for the game after speculation around his availability earlier in the week, making the challenge even more significant.