{
  "id": 15735044,
  "title": "Colorado football climbs in ESPN FPI despite Week 7 loss",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/20/colorado-football-climbs-in-espn-fpi-despite-week-7-loss",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-10-20T11:02:59.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/colorado-football-climbs-espn-fpi-110259814.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Despite suffering a four-game losing streak, Colorado football experienced a resurgence in the second half of a recent matchup against No. 11 Utah, briefly taking the lead before ultimately losing 27-24. This performance garnered recognition from ESPN's Football Power Index (FPI), resulting in the Buffaloes climbing eight spots to No. 63 nationally. With a now-positive FPI score of 1.0, Colorado has climbed out of the Big 12's bottom two, currently holding the 14th position. They now precede West Virginia and Arizona State in the conference standings.\n\nHowever, Colorado's projected record remains unfavorable at 4.2-7.8, accompanied by a mere 13.6% chance of securing six wins – the minimum required for bowl eligibility. The team's aspirations rest heavily on securing a victory, particularly as they prepare to face Oklahoma State, the Big 12's top offense. Oklahoma State jumped two spots in the latest FPI update, now ranking seventh in the Big 12 and 40th nationally.\n\nLooking ahead, Colorado faces a demanding schedule, including a trip to Stillwater to compete against Oklahoma State. The upcoming opponent, boasting an impressive offense, presents a formidable challenge for the Buffaloes.",
  "summary": "Colorado continues its move up ESPN's FPI rankings despite a four-game losing streak. Here's where the Buffs stand after seven weeks.",
  "key_points": [
    "Colorado climbs to No. 63 in ESPN FPI after Week 7 loss",
    "Buffaloes climb eight spots, now 14th in Big 12",
    "Facing Oklahoma State, top offense in Big 12"
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}