Colorado State Rams Overcome UTEP Miners in a Ground and Air Assault at Sonny Lubick Field

In a game that saw the Colorado State Rams elevate their season record to 2-2, they managed to secure a victory over the UTEP Miners with a final score of 27-17. The Miners, struggling to find their footing this season, fell to 0-4. This matchup at Sonny Lubick Field at Canvas Stadium was witnessed by 29,151 attendees who saw the Rams execute a balanced attack both on the ground and through the air.

Ground Game Dominance

The Colorado State Rams showcased their rushing prowess by accumulating an impressive total of 224 yards on the ground. Avery Morrow stood out with his remarkable performance, rushing for 156 yards on 21 attempts and scoring two touchdowns. His longest run of 73 yards not only highlighted his speed and agility but also contributed significantly to setting up scoring opportunities for his team. Justin Marshall also contributed with 43 yards over 14 carries, although he couldn't find his way into the end zone.

Aerial Attack

Brayden Fowler-Nicolosi, quarterback for the Rams, had an efficient game passing with a completion rate of approximately 64 percent for a total of 132 yards. He threw one touchdown pass and was intercepted once. His longest completion was for 36 yards which played a crucial role in maintaining momentum for Colorado State's offense throughout the game.

Defensive Standouts

On defense, Gabe Kirschke made notable contributions including one sack and forcing one fumble which showcased Colorado State's defensive strength against UTEP's offense. The defense as a whole tallied three sacks and five tackles for loss while limiting UTEP’s scoring opportunities.

Special Teams Impact

Special teams also played an integral role in this victory with Jordan Noyes successfully converting two field goals from within the range of thirty-nine yards each contributing six points towards their win.

As fans look ahead, they can mark their calendars for when Colorado State Rams will face off against Oregon State Beavers at Reser Stadium in Corvallis on October 5th at 6:30 PM EDT. This upcoming game promises another exciting chapter in this season’s journey and will be broadcasted on The CW network where fans can tune in to follow all live-action moments from this encounter.