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Live updates: CSU takes on rival Wyoming in season opener

Jack Randels and Devin Imsirpasic
September 5, 2026
Collegian | Cait Mckinzie
The Bronze Boot trophy sits on a table on the sideline of War Memorial Stadium during Colorado State University’s game against the University of Wyoming Oct. 25, 2025. The Border War rivalry has been going for 125 years, and the Bronze Boot trophy is passed back and forth across the Colorado-Wyoming border year after year. In Canvas Stadium in 2024, CSU won the trophy, but had to surrender it to UW after a 28-0 loss this year.
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Sep 05, 2026, 7:34 pm

CSU reclaims Bronze Boot, defeats Wyoming 35-13

Final score: Colorado State 35, Wyoming 13

The first game of the Jim Mora era ends in a victory for the Rams, as they reclaim the Bronze Boot in dominating fashion.

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Hejny seals the deal, tosses his fifth touchdown of the game

Fourth quarter: Colorado State 35, Wyoming 13

CSU quarterback Hauss Hejny connects with RJ Vick again for Vick’s third receiving touchdown. Hejny continues to build on an already impressive performance with his fifth passing touchdown.

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Hauss Hejny continues impressive performance, throws for fourth touchdown

Fourth quarter: Colorado State 28, Wyoming 13

CSU quarterback Hauss Hejny continues to make a name for himself in his Rams debut, connecting with UConn transfer wide receiver Jackson Harper for Hejny’s fourth passing touchdown on the day. Hejny also has 207 passing yards on 21 completions.

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Hejny connects with Vick for a critical 57-yard touchdown

Third quarter: Colorado State 21, Wyoming 13

After the interception, CSU quarterback Hauss Hejny connects with RJ Vick on a deep ball for a 57-yard touchdown grab. The catch is Vick’s second touchdown of the day, and Hejny’s third passing touchdown.

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In a precarious position, CSU defense forces another turnover

Third quarter: Colorado State 14, Wyoming 13

After an impressive start to the drive, UW quarterback Tyler Hughes throws his third interception of the day on a pass intended for running back Nico Hamilton and snagged by linebacker Oumar Diomande.

A critical play for the Rams defense, as the play before Hughes connected with wide receiver Charlie Coenen for a first down, but the gain was called back for an illegal man downfield. Rams take over at their own 40-yard line.

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UW marches down the field on opening drive of second half, pulls within 1

Third quarter: Colorado State 14, Wyoming 13

UW quarterback Tyler Hughes methodically leads his offense down the field to open the second half, and caps it off with a 9-yard touchdown run.

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CSU leads UW by 8 at halftime

End of first half: Colorado State 14, Wyoming 6

UW kicker Erik Sandvik makes his second field goal of the day from 48 yards out as the clock expires on the first half. Prior to Sandvik’s kick, CSU kicker Kali Nguma missed a 54-yard field goal to give the Cowboys the ball.

CSU quarterback Hauss Hejny had an impressive first half, throwing for 105 yards and two touchdowns on 16 completions. The Rams will look to continue their good start in the second half.

After the break, UW will receive the second half kickoff.

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Hejny throws his second touchdown of the day

Second quarter: Colorado State 14, Wyoming 3

Hauss Hejny finds RJ Vick in the back right corner of the end zone from 3-yards out as the Rams add to their lead with 1:56 remaining in the first half.

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Hughes is picked off for the second time today

Second quarter: Colorado State 7, Wyoming 3

CJ Blocker intercepts a TJ Hughes pass on a third down, giving the Rams the ball at their own 49-yards line. Blocker fell down after the interception, but had only green grass ahead of him if he stayed on his feet.

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Cowboys attempt 4th-down conversion, Hughes throws interception

Second quarter: Colorado State 7, Wyoming 3

In field goal range, UW elected to leave their offense on the field. Quarterback Tyler Hughes was hit as he threw by D’Mon Brinson, and Jaylen King intercepted the pass. The Rams offense takes over at their own 20-yard line.

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Rams lead Cowboys at end of first quarter, Cowboys have possession

End of first quarter: Colorado State 7, Wyoming 3

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CSU defense makes a stand, holds UW to 3 points

First quarter: Colorado State 7, Wyoming 3

After a big gain by the Cowboys was overturned because Kyle Frendt stepped out of bounds, the Rams defense makes a stand and holds UW to just 3 points.

37-yard field goal made by Erik Sandvik.

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CSU receives ball on first possession, marches down the field for an opening drive touchdown

First quarter: Colorado State 7, Wyoming 0

A methodical drive from quarterback Hauss Hejny and some Mora magic helps the Rams put 7 on the board early.

Hejny threw for 29 yards and caught a 28-yard trick play throw from Terrence Smith on the 65-yard touchdown drive.

Hejny capped the drive off with a 6-yard touchdown pass to Cedric Ross.

Colorado State football kicks off their season against Border War rival Wyoming at 4 p.m. at Canvas Stadium.

This is CSU’s first game in the Pac-12 conference, and the first game of Jim Mora’s tenure as head coach.

Check back here and @DImsirpasic on X for live updates, along with a postgame recap on collegian.com.

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About the Contributors
Jack Randels
Jack Randels, Sports Editor
Jack Randels hates writing. At least, that’s what his elementary school self would have said. Randels never would have guessed that he would end up pursuing a career in written media when he was just a tantrum-throwing 6-year-old kid who would turn his nose up at any writing assignment sent his way. Following his discovery of newswriting, Randels’ attitude toward writing completely shifted. The kid who once hated sitting down to write now welcomes any opportunity to do so, provided it’s about something he finds interesting. Randels is entering his first year as a sports editor for The Collegian and is excited to dive into the world of student media and gain more experience in the field of sports journalism. He also wants to continue to build on the work done by previous editors of the sports desk, build a lasting relationship between the student media and athletics programs and provide opportunities for both him and other writers to greater develop their skills. If Randels isn’t working on his next story, you can find him hiking, climbing fourteeners or watching his favorite Colorado sports teams.
Devin Imsirpasic
Devin Imsirpasic, Sports Editor
Devin Imsirpasic is a third-year journalism student entering his third year with The Collegian, now starting his new role as sports editor. He is excited to use what he has learned as a reporter on staff for two years to elevate The Collegian’s sports desk and enter a new leadership role to help others. Born in Walnut Creek, California, Imsirpasic developed a relentless passion for sports at a very young age through both playing and watching sports, specifically basketball. As the years went by, he realized his lifelong passion for sports could be turned into a career, and began working in sports journalism in high school as a broadcaster. Gaining experience in the field early on, he has delved deep into the multimedia sports scene in order to acquire as much knowledge as possible, while also getting to experience the different aspects of sports writing, broadcasting and radio. Imsirpasic has been a member of Rocky Mountain Student Media since his first days on campus as a first-year, and now holds positions with various branches outside of The Collegian, including KCSU and CTV. He strives to continue growing as a sports journalist with an eagerness to learn, while also building relationships throughout Colorado State Athletics and Rocky Mountain Student Media to help put out the best products for sports fans — just as he would want himself. When not working on a new story, you can find Imsirpasic watching and criticizing his favorite Bay Area sports teams, playing basketball anywhere or spending quality time outdoors with friends and family.
Cait Mckinzie
Cait Mckinzie, Managing Editor
Cait Mckinzie is a fourth-year double major in art and journalism and media communication. She is the managing editor for the 2026-27 school year. The Collegian has been an integral part of Mckinzie’s experience at Colorado State University. She came in as a lost out-of-state student from Renton, Washington and found her footing in the Lory Student Center’s basement. In her first year, she found mentors and friends as a freelance photographer for photo directors Milo Gladstein and Garrett Mogel. In her second and third years, she took on the role of photo director, a position that taught her the inner workings of The Collegian. Now in her last year at CSU, she will be using that knowledge to help run the paper she hasn’t spent a day without since fall 2023. Both of the previous managing editors Mckinzie has had the pleasure of working under taught her through example how to handle the load of work ahead of her. Ivy Secrest and Hannah Parcells, each award-winning journalists as writers for The Collegian, worked relentlessly to keep the paper to the high standards expected of a reputable, 135-year-old source of local news. Both were confident and strong leaders that left their mark on campus with their skills at getting even the most menial of tasks done in the name of keeping the paper running. Mckinzie is honored to take on the role of managing editor at The Collegian and is looking forward to working alongside Editor in Chief Sophie Webb and Executive Editor Willow Engle to make the paper the best it can be.