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Folsom Field Showdown: Colorado Buffaloes and Arizona State Sun Devils Clash in American Football Game

The Colorado Buffaloes, with a season record of 1-11, faced off against the Arizona State Sun Devils, standing at 3-9. In a closely contested game at Folsom Field, the final score read 34-42 in favor of the visitors.


Oct 29, 2022; Boulder, Colorado, USA; Arizona State Sun Devils linebacker Kyle Soelle (34) and defensive lineman Joe Moore (58) tackle Colorado Buffaloes running back Deion Smith (20) in the second quarter at Folsom Field. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-USA TODAY Sports

The home team's offense accumulated a total of 359 yards throughout the game. The Buffaloes' passing game contributed significantly with quarterback throwing for 222 yards and achieving two touchdowns. One of these was an impressive longest completion that spanned 58 yards and also resulted in their longest touchdown. The ground attack added another dimension to their offense, rushing for a total of 137 yards and scoring once on the shortest touchdown run possible.


Special teams played an integral role as well with the Buffaloes' field goal unit successfully converting both attempts they made, including one from just shy of midfield at 49 yards. Their punt return unit also made headlines by returning one punt for an outstanding touchdown covering an exceptional distance of 88 yards.


Oct 29, 2022; Boulder, Colorado, USA; Colorado Buffaloes offensive lineman Austin Johnson (64) lines up across from the Arizona State Sun Devils in the third quarter at Folsom Field. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-USA TODAY Sports

On defense, despite not registering any sacks or safeties during this encounter, the Buffaloes managed to intercept one pass which they returned for two additional yards. They were disciplined throughout most of the game as well; penalties were kept minimal with only four infractions costing them a mere thirty penalty yards.


The Arizona State Sun Devils managed to outscore their hosts by putting up forty-two points on the scoreboard. Their offensive efforts yielded six touchdowns over four quarters while maintaining possession less than their opponents did.


Oct 29, 2022; Boulder, Colorado, USA; Colorado Buffaloes linebacker Guy Thomas (1) tackles Arizona State Sun Devils running back Xazavian Valladay (1) in the second half at Folsom Field. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-USA TODAY Sports

Looking ahead, fans can anticipate another exciting home game as Folsom Field will host yet another eventful evening when University of Oregon Ducks visit Boulder to take on University of Colorado Buffaloes on November fifth at seven-thirty PM local time (MDT). This upcoming contest will be broadcasted live on ESPN channel two hundred six for fans unable to attend in person but eager to follow every play from home or wherever they may be.

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