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The Rocky Mountain Collegian

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The Rocky Mountain Collegian

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The Rocky Mountain Collegian

Football

A football player wearing a bright orange uniform jumps in the air and raises his arms as a crowd cheers on players behind him.

Gallery: Aggies triumph over UNC in 1st home game of 2024 season

Samantha Nordstrom, Staff Photographer September 12, 2024

University of Colorado Boulder football coach Deion Sanders smiles at the crowd at Folsom Field before the Buffs' game against North Dakota State University Aug. 29.

Norvell vs. Sanders: Coaches’ similarities, differences mirror their schools’ rivalry

Lincoln Roch and Charlie Hewitt September 12, 2024

Leading up to last year's Rocky Mountain Showdown, talk across the nation focused on the long-standing rivalry between the University of Colorado Boulder and Colorado State University. At center stage...

A bunch of football players in white uniforms start to mingle with a massive crowd of spectators.

3 great Rocky Mountain Showdown moments

Alex Graser, Staff Reporter September 12, 2024

The Rocky Mountain Showdown is one of the greatest rivalries in college football. The hate between Colorado and Colorado State is nonstop, 24 hours a day, seven days a week, making it one of the best atmospheres...

One football player jumps while teammates stand around him. A large crowd of spectators is in the background.

CSU football readies arsenal ahead of Rocky Mountain Showdown

Michael Hovey, Sports Editor September 10, 2024

The Rams are the talk of the town. Colorado State football flourished at home last week. Next up is Colorado — a team with potent star power and one of the most polarizing narratives in all of college...

A crowd of people wearing orange clothing mingle around cars and tents outside of a football stadium.

Ram fans celebrate diversity, unity at CSU’s expanding tailgate experience

Michael Hovey, Sports Editor September 10, 2024

All are welcome at Colorado State University tailgates. From music stages to alumni gatherings, CSU's pregame has it all. Alumni, students, parents of students, rival fans and local Ram fans each have...

A football player in a bright orange uniform runs with a football while surrounded by football players in white uniforms.

1st win, injury scare: CSU football revels in special home environment

Michael Hovey, Sports Editor September 7, 2024

Comatose got its reps in. Colorado State football took on Northern Colorado in their first home game of the season. After a blowout loss to Texas in week one, the Rams bounced back in a big way.  The...

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Lt. Col. John Mosley as told by Collegian, CSU archives

Damon Cook, Sports Editor September 7, 2024

Lt. Col. John Mosley is one of the most prolific personalities ever to step foot in Fort Collins.  Mosley's historic feats will once again be honored with the retiring of his No. 14 jersey across all...

Four young students in green cold weather clothes smile at the camera, one making a ram sign with her hands.

Graser: 5 do’s, don’ts when attending CSU football games

Alex Graser, Staff Reporter September 5, 2024

Editor’s Note: All opinion section content reflects the views of the individual author only and does not represent a stance taken by The Collegian or its editorial board. Colorado State football has...

A Colorado State University football player in white and green uniform runs with a football through the end zone.

From receiver to father: CSU tight end Vince Brown II steps up

Michael Hovey, Sports Editor September 3, 2024

Family, focus, football. Colorado State football’s Vince Brown II emerged as a clear contender for the starting tight end position just a week before the Rams’ season opener. The other potential...

Colorado State University football players celebrate after a touchdown.

CSU football looks to get back on track in home opener against UNC

Damon Cook, Sports Editor September 2, 2024

At least one thing was clear after Colorado State football’s week one loss to Texas: the Rams’ best football is yet to come. CSU played uninspiring football in its 52-0 loss to Texas, leaving much...

Colorado State University Tight End Dallin Holker (5) scores a touchdown during the Rocky Mountain Showdown against The University of Colorado Boulder Sept. 16. CU won 43-35.

Former CSU tight end Dallin Holker secures official NFL roster spot

Michael Hovey, Sports Editor August 28, 2024

Miracles do exist. Former Colorado State tight end, Dallin Holker, officially made the 53-man roster for the New Orleans Saints Aug. 27. The decorated athlete picked up an ankle injury toward the back...

Viewed from behind, Colorado State University player in green, gold and white uniform sits on the sideline bench with other players during a game.

CSU football prepares for Texas-sized test on opening weekend

Damon Cook, Sports Editor August 27, 2024

Colorado State football is heading into its most anticipated season yet under coach Jay Norvell's leadership. CSU is looked at by many people as a team that should make a bowl game this year. Week one...

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