In a challenging encounter at Arizona Stadium, the Colorado State Rams faced off against the Miami (OH) RedHawks, concluding with a score of 17-43. The Rams now stand at an 8-5 record for the season, while the RedHawks improved to 9-5.

Sep 16, 2023; Boulder, Colorado, USA; Colorado State Rams tight end Dallin Holker (5) celebrates with wide receiver Tory Horton (14) after a touchdown against the Colorado Buffaloes during the fourth quarter at Folsom Field. Mandatory Credit: Andrew Wevers-USA TODAY Sports

Game Highlights

The game was marked by intense moments and strategic plays from both teams. The Colorado State Rams showcased their skills through various segments of the game but couldn't capitalize on key opportunities. Punter Paddy Turner had a busy day with punts totaling 114 yards and managing to keep his net average at over 40 yards per attempt, indicating solid special teams play despite the loss.

On offense, Brayden Fowler-Nicolosi threw for an impressive 321 yards with a completion rate of just over fifty percent. His efforts led to one touchdown pass but were marred by two interceptions that proved costly. In the rushing department, Justin Marshall stood out with his agility and speed, accumulating 84 yards on nine attempts which translated into an impressive average of over nine yards per carry.

Player Performances

Dane Olson and Jordan Ross were among Fowler-Nicolosi's favorite targets throughout the game. Olson secured four receptions for 44 yards while Ross added another four catches contributing significantly with 58 receiving yards. Their efforts helped move chains but weren't enough to secure a win.

Defensively, Owen Long demonstrated leadership on the field with seven combined tackles alongside Chase Wilson who also tallied seven combined tackles in an effort to contain the RedHawks' offense. Despite these individual performances and recording two sacks as a team, it wasn't sufficient to halt Miami (OH)'s scoring drives.

The Rams showed promise in their red zone efficiency converting fifty percent of their attempts into scores including a rushing touchdown by Peter Montini from one yard out which highlighted their goal-to-go efficiency being perfect on limited opportunities.

As fans look forward to seeing how Colorado State responds in their next outing after this setback against Miami (OH), they can take solace in some strong individual performances that could be built upon for future success.

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