Colorado football's struggles continued on Saturday as they were handed a 37-21 defeat by Big 12 punching bag Kansas in Week 13. The Buffaloes were unable to keep pace with the Jayhawks' high-powered offense, surrendering 37 points while only managing 21 of their own.
The Colorado defense had no answers for the Kansas offense on Saturday, allowing the Jayhawks to rack up 438 yards of total offense. Quarterback Jalon Daniels was the catalyst for the Jayhawks, throwing for 237 yards and two touchdowns while also rushing for 53 yards and a score. Kansas running back Devin Neal also had a big day, rushing for 107 yards on just 12 carries.
Colorado Football Falls to Kansas in Week 13 Blowout
The Colorado offense was unable to keep pace with the Jayhawks, managing just 288 yards of total offense. Quarterback JT Shrout completed just 12 of his 25 pass attempts for 150 yards, one touchdown, and one interception. The Buffaloes' running game was also ineffective, amassing only 138 yards on the ground.
- Kansas took the lead midway through the first quarter when Daniels connected with wide receiver Quentin Skinner for a 30-yard touchdown pass.
- Colorado responded with a touchdown of their own on the ensuing drive, with Shrout finding wide receiver RJ Sneed for a 10-yard score.
- The Jayhawks extended their lead to 14-7 late in the second quarter when Daniels scored on a 1-yard run.
- Kansas put the game away in the third quarter with a 35-yard touchdown pass from Daniels to Laurence Jones.
The loss drops Colorado to 1-11 on the season, while Kansas improves to 6-6. The Buffaloes will close out their season on Friday, November 25 when they host Utah. Kansas will play their final regular season game on Saturday, November 26 when they travel to Texas.
- Kansas converted 50% of their third down attempts (6-of-12), while Colorado converted just 27% (3-of-11).
- Kansas had the edge in time of possession, holding the ball for 32:45 compared to Colorado's 27:15.
- Colorado's defense recorded five sacks, but they were unable to force any turnovers.
