Colorado State University running back Lloyd Avant (25) takes a moment before CSU’s game against Fresno State University Oct. 10. Avant scored one touchdown in the fourth quarter.

Colorado State University running back Javion Kinnard (24) is taken down by a Fresno State University player after a successful play during CSU’s game against FSU Oct. 10. Kinnard scored one touchdown in the first half after receiving a 29-yard pass from quarterback Jackson Brousseau (7).

Wide receiver Tommy Maher (10) slips out of an attempted tackle from a Fresno State University defender during Colorado State University football’s game against FSU Oct. 10.

Colorado State University football wide receiver Tommy Maher (10) struggles against Fresno State University’s defense while making a run down the sideline during CSU’s game against FSU Oct. 10. CSU won 49-21.

Colorado State University quarterback Jackson Brousseau (7) throws the ball as CSU players hold off Fresno State University’s defense during CSU’s game against FSU Oct. 10. Brousseau threw a total of 144 passing yards by the end of the game.

Colorado State University football tight end Rocky Beers (81) evades a Fresno State University defender after catching a pass from CSU quarterback Jackson Brousseau (7) and running toward the end zone Oct. 10. Beers scored two touchdowns in an eventful second quarter.

Colorado State University fans embrace tight end Rocky Beers (81) after a touchdown during CSU’s game against Fresno State University Oct. 10.

CAM the Ram waits for a treat from his handlers after running across the field to celebrate Colorado State University’s fifth touchdown against Fresno State University Oct. 10. CSU scored seven touchdowns and won the game with a final score of 49-21.

Colorado State University football’s student section cheers on a successful play during CSU’s game against Fresno State University Oct. 10. The reported attendance of the game was 27,874.

Colorado State University football’s student section continues to support their football players through the third quarter of CSU’s game against Fresno State University Oct. 10.

Colorado State University quarterback Jackson Brousseau (7) throws the ball to running back Justin Marshall (20) as Fresno State University’s defense rushes him Oct. 10.

Colorado State University running back Lloyd Avant (25) sprints to the end zone during CSU’s game against Fresno State University Oct. 10. Avant had a total of 52 rushing yards by the end of the game.

Colorado State University running back Lloyd Avant (25) makes it to the end zone for CSU’s sixth touchdown in their game against Fresno State University Oct. 10. CSU won 49-21.

Colorado State University running back Lloyd Avant (25) celebrates a touchdown with quarterback Jackson Brousseau (7) during CSU’s game against Fresno State University Oct. 10.

Colorado State University football outside linebacker Paul Tangelo (52) runs the ball into the end zone while Fresno State University’s offense struggles to catch up during CSU’s game against FSU Oct. 10. Tangelo recovered the ball after a fumble from FSU’s offense and, guarded by the rest of his team, ran it 36 yards to the end zone.

Colorado State University head football coach Jay Norvell watches the field in between plays during CSU’s game against Fresno State University Oct. 10. Norvell had many positive things to say about the team’s performance after their 49-21 win. “Our kids have been diligent,” Norvell said. “We haven’t had the execution that we wanted, but we’ve never quit. That’s why I believe that better things are down the road for this group, and I think this is an example.”

Colorado State University football’s defense lines up against Fresno State University’s offense during the third quarter of CSU’s game against FSU Oct. 10. CSU ended the game with 334 total yards and seven touchdowns, winning with a final score of 49-21.

Colorado State University defensive back Lemondre Joe (7) guards Fresno State University running back Johnathan Arceneaux (0) during the second half of CSU’s game against FSU Oct. 10. Joe tallied six tackles and one sack through the game.

Colorado State University students yell encouragements for the Rams as they enter the third quarter of CSU’s football game against Fresno State University Oct. 10. Despite starting the game off with rain, the crowd built up a reported 27,874 attendees.

Colorado State University’s student section throws up Ram hand signs in between plays during CSU’s game against Fresno State University Oct. 10.

Colorado State University football running back Jalen Dupree (2) walks back to his teammates after scoring the final touchdown of their game against Fresno State University Oct. 10. Dupree contributed 31 rushing yards to the team’s final 334 total yards by the end of the game.