Andy Cross, The Denver PostColorado Buffaloes linebacker Kenneth Olugbode #31 picks up a fumble and scores a touchdown against Utah Utes defensive end Kylie Fitts #11 in the fourth quarter at Folsom Field November 26, 2016. Buffs won 27-22.
Andy Cross, The Denver PostRalphie and its handlers head down field during pre-game before the Colorado Buffaloes took on the Utah Utes at Folsom Field November 26, 2016.
Andy Cross, The Denver PostColorado Buffaloes wide receiver Devin Ross #2 makes 42-pass completion against Utah Utes defensive back Justin Thomas #12 in the first quarter at Folsom Field November 26, 2016.
Andy Cross, The Denver PostColorado Buffaloes quarterback Sefo Liufau #13 makes a second effort and scores a touchdown against the Utah Utes in the first quarter at Folsom Field November 26, 2016.
Andy Cross, The Denver PostColorado Buffaloes quarterback Sefo Liufau #13 celebrates his touchdown against the Utah Utes with teammate Colorado Buffaloes offensive lineman Sam Kronshage #71 in the first quarter at Folsom Field November 26, 2016.
Andy Cross, The Denver PostColorado Buffaloes defensive tackle Josh Tupou #58 and Colorado Buffaloes linebacker Kenneth Olugbode #31 push back Utah Utes running back Joe Williams #28 for a one-yard loss in the second quarter at Folsom Field November 26, 2016.
Andy Cross, The Denver PostColorado Buffaloes quarterback Sefo Liufau #13 throws a pass to Colorado Buffaloes wide receiver Kabion Ento #17 in the second quarter at Folsom Field November 26, 2016.
Andy Cross, The Denver PostColorado Buffaloes wide receiver Kabion Ento #17 makes a catch against Utah Utes defensive back Boobie Hobbs #1 in the second second quarter at Folsom Field November 26, 2016.
Andy Cross, The Denver PostColorado Buffaloes tight end George Frazier #5 drops a sure touchdown pass from Sefo Liufau against the Utah Utes in the second quarter at Folsom Field November 26, 2016.
Andy Cross, The Denver PostColorado Buffaloes tight end George Frazier #5 scoops up the ball after dropping it on a sure touchdown pass from Sefo Liufau against the Utah Utes in the second quarter at Folsom Field November 26, 2016.
Andy Cross, The Denver PostColorado Buffaloes defensive back Ahkello Witherspoon #23 breaks up a pass intended for Utah Utes wide receiver Raelon Singleton #11 near the end zone in the third quarter at Folsom Field November 26, 2016. Buffs won 27-22.
Andy Cross, The Denver PostColorado Buffaloes quarterback Sefo Liufau #13 throws under pressure from Utah Utes defensive back Jordan Fogal #13 in the third quarter at Folsom Field November 26, 2016.
Andy Cross, The Denver PostColorado Buffaloes wide receiver Jay MacIntyre #14 makes a long pass reception against Utah Utes defensive back Chase Hansen #22 in the third quarter at Folsom Field November 26, 2016.
Andy Cross, The Denver PostColorado Buffaloes wide receiver Shay Fields #1 catches a touchdown against Utah Utes defender Tyrone Smith #21 in the third quarter for the go-ahead score at Folsom Field November 26, 2016. Buffs won 27-22.
Andy Cross, The Denver PostColorado Buffaloes linebacker Kenneth Olugbode #31 picks up a fumble and scores a touchdown against Utah Utes defensive end Kylie Fitts #11 in the fourth quarter at Folsom Field November 26, 2016. Buffs won 27-22. (Andy Cross/Denver Post)
Andy Cross, The Denver PostColorado Buffaloes linebacker Kenneth Olugbode #31 celebrates his fumble recovery for a touchdown against the Utah Utes with teammates Colorado Buffaloes defensive back Tedric Thompson #9 and Colorado Buffaloes defensive back Ahkello Witherspoon #23 in the fourth quarter at Folsom Field November 26, 2016. Buffs won 27-22.
Andy Cross, The Denver PostColorado Buffaloes linebacker Jimmie Gilbert #98 Utah Utes quarterback Troy Williams #3 in the fourth quarter for an incomplete pass at Folsom Field November 26, 2016. Buffs won 27-22.
Andy Cross, The Denver PostColorado Buffaloes head coach Mike MacIntrye in disbelief after the Buffs defeated the Utah Utes 27-22 at Folsom Field November 26, 2016.
Andy Cross, The Denver PostColorado Buffaloes quarterback Sefo Liufau #13 celebrates his victory over the Utah Utes with his brother Saia Liufau and friend Lauren Fricke at Folsom Field November 26, 2016.
Andy Cross, The Denver PostColorado Buffaloes quarterback Sefo Liufau #13 celebrates with fans after defeating the Utah Utes 27-22 at Folsom Field November 26, 2016.
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Colorado Buffaloes linebacker Kenneth Olugbode #31 picks up a fumble and scores a touchdown against Utah Utes defensive end Kylie Fitts #11 in the fourth quarter at Folsom Field November 26, 2016. Buffs won 27-22.
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The Colorado Buffaloes defeated the Utah Utes 27-22 at Folsom Field on Nov. 26, 2016.


















