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The Rocky Mountain Collegian

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The Rocky Mountain Collegian

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The Rocky Mountain Collegian

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CSU defense undone by CU's early attack

CSU defense undone by CU’s early attack

Eric Wolf September 2, 2016

The Colorado Buffaloes came out fast in the Rocky Mountain Showdown and the Colorado State defense had no answer. From the very first play of the game, the Buffs offense put the Rams on their heels,...

Rocky Mountain beatdown, CU wins 44-7

Rocky Mountain beatdown, CU wins 44-7

Chad Deutschman September 2, 2016

It was 60 minutes of agony for Colorado State, as Friday night’s Rocky Mountain Showdown quickly turned into a one-sided affair. On their way to a 44-7 victory, the Buffaloes scored touchdowns three...

Rocky Mountain Showdown Fan Interviews

Rocky Mountain Showdown Fan Interviews

Elizabeth Prasse September 2, 2016

https://youtu.be/PA5kteKzaYQ Students and alumni from Colorado State and University of Colorado love tailgating and watching their teams compete for the title of "Best in Colorado" at the 2016 Rocky Mountain...

Rocky Mountain Showdown Pre-Game Standup

Rocky Mountain Showdown Pre-Game Standup

Elizabeth Prasse September 2, 2016

https://youtu.be/k5GJtrUCkCc CTV Sports anchors Olivia Landis and Karlee Schwarzkopf expect great competition at the 2016 Rocky Mountain Showdown between the Colorado State Rams and the University of...

WR Xavier Williams at CSU football practice Photo credit: Javon Harris

Offense more comfortable in year 2 of Bobo era

Chad Deutschman September 2, 2016

When Colorado State opened up their season against Savannah State in 2015, they played a team that won two games in the past two seasons. It wasn’t a big deal that the team was in their first year of...

From Colorado to Lincoln and back again

From Colorado to Lincoln and back again

Eric Wolf September 2, 2016

When the lights come on at Sports Authority field on Friday night, plenty of Colorado State players will run through the tunnel wearing the Ram uniform for the first time. Paul Thurston will be one of...

Stevens not concerned with obstacles, critics heading into 2016 season

Stevens not concerned with obstacles, critics heading into 2016 season

Chad Deutschman September 2, 2016

In 2012 former Colorado State quarterback Garrett Grayson was named the starter heading into his sophomore season. On Sept. 24, 2013, he was injured in a game against Air Force, bringing an end to his...

Showdown returns to norm

Showdown returns to norm

Eric Wolf September 2, 2016
Opening up with the Showdown definitely brings another level to the entire state,
The greatest Rocky Mountain Showdowns in history: No. 1

The greatest Rocky Mountain Showdowns in history: No. 1

Justin Michael September 2, 2016

Aug. 31, 2002. CSU 19-14 In a state that lives for the Broncos 365 days a year, the Rocky Mountain Showdown is the one day a year where college football truly reigns supreme. Throughout the rivalry, some...

Michael Gallup runs off field due to inclement weather Photo credit: Javon Harris

CSU youth brings concern, excitement

Eric Wolf September 2, 2016

It seems like for the majority of fall camp the talk surrounding the CSU football team, outside of the quarterback position, focused on the youth and the inexperience surrounding this team. Come Friday...

Rocky Mountain Showdown: words from the enemy

Rocky Mountain Showdown: words from the enemy

Chad Deutschman September 2, 2016

Collegian sports editor Chad Deutschman chats with CU Independent sports editor Justin Guerriero about the state of the rivalry heading into the Rocky Mountain Showdown. Chad Deustchman: There is an obvious...

Rocky Mountain Showdown: Staff picks

Rocky Mountain Showdown: Staff picks

Chad Deutschman September 2, 2016

Chad Deutschman- sports editor: This year's Showdown pits inexperience against experience. Not a great combo for CSU fans. The Rams offense will be fine as long as they can spread the ball around well...

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