{
  "id": 17046838,
  "title": "10 bubble games that will decide Colorado football playoff bids, byes",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/29/10-bubble-games-that-will-decide-colorado-football-playoff-bids-byes",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-10-29T10:29:24.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/10-bubble-games-decide-colorado-102924011.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "As Colorado high school football heads into its final week, the postseason picture remains unclear for several teams. The Colorado High School Activities Association (CHSAA) will announce playoff brackets on November 1, but the outcome for some remains uncertain. These teams find themselves in a \"bubble,\" navigating different paths to secure a spot in the playoffs.\n\nIn the 5A division, one of the key games will take place on October 30, with No. 24 Denver East facing off against No. 21 Fruita Monument. Both teams have strong records, with the Wildcats holding a 6-3 record and the Angels matching that mark. A win for the Angels would likely secure their 5A playoff berth, while a loss could potentially push them to the brink. Meanwhile, the Wildcats could still earn a 4A spot even in defeat, but a significant loss would likely eliminate them from contention. This matchup is crucial for both teams, as a loss for either could have significant playoff implications.",
  "summary": "Some teams are on the playoff bubble, while others can lock up byes or first-round home games. Here are 10 Colorado football bubble games to watch.",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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  },
  "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."
}