Colorado's critical mistakes keep costing games | Opinion

Colorado's recent losses can be attributed to a series of critical mistakes that cost them games. In their most recent matchup against Arizona State, the Buffaloes scored only 20 points, despite totaling 312 yards on the ground. The early touchdown was called back, leaving Colorado down 17 points before halftime. The defense managed to get several stops, but the offense failed to execute.

Receiver Joseph Williams echoed the team's sentiments, stating that the team needed to execute on offense rather than just stopping the other team. Offensive coordinator Deion Sanders addressed the team's problems following the loss, noting that the offense needed to correct its formations to prevent scoring plays from disappearing. The running game was inconsistent, struggling to gain consistent yardage after a strong performance against Kansas State.

Quarterback Brennan Marion, who had a strong show against the Wildcats, needed more consistency to help the team. The rushing average of 1.9 yards per carry left the team vulnerable. Even leading defensive player Gideon Lampron, who had a strong performance with 18 tackles and two sacks, expressed little satisfaction with the outcome, stating that winning games was his priority.

The team needs to improve in multiple areas, including the defense getting the ball back and the offense reducing its penalties and struggling to run the ball. With only three games left to secure six wins, the pressure is on coach Deion Sanders to turn the team's fortunes around. The next game against Houston is a crucial one, and another loss could put Colorado's six-win season out of reach.