{
  "id": 5074665,
  "title": "Colorado football preseason offensive MVP predictions for 2026",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/02/colorado-football-preseason-offensive-mvp-predictions-for-2026",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-09-02T11:30:57.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/colorado-football-preseason-offensive-mvp-113057135.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Colorado's offensive coordinator Brennan Marion has introduced a new Go-Go offense to the program, aiming to elevate the Buffaloes' performance in the 2026 season. With a revamped roster and a new quarterback, Julian Lewis, fans are speculating about the team's most valuable player in the offense.\n\nQB Julian Lewis has been a highly touted prospect since high school. Although he had limited playing time as a freshman, he will now start as the starting quarterback. During the limited time he played last season, Lewis amassed 589 passing yards and scored four touchdowns without any interceptions. His strong performance led to his selection as the Big 12 quarterback of the week after a tough loss to West Virginia.\n\nCharlie Strella argues that Lewis is a natural choice for the offensive MVP title, citing the importance of the quarterback position in sports. However, the Buffs' lack of a reliable workhorse running back or notable offensive lineman makes Lewis the most dependable option. A solid season from Lewis could propel Colorado into the bowl game conversation, while an above-average performance could yield additional wins.\n\nWR Joseph Williams, on the other hand, believes that the upcoming wide receiver will significantly bolster the Buffs' offense. Known for his quickness and separation ability out of the slot, Williams would be an ideal target for Lewis. His performance could make the team's receivers more valuable and contribute to Colorado's overall success.",
  "summary": "Here are a few players that could be Colorado's most valuable offensive player during the 2026 college football season.",
  "key_points": [
    "Brennan Marion introduces Go-Go offense for 2026 season.",
    "QB Julian Lewis starts as starting quarterback with 589 passing yards last season.",
    "WR Joseph Williams expected to enhance Buffs offense with quickness and separation."
  ],
  "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."
}