Colorado Buffs Face Kansas State Wildcats in Crucial Matchup

UPDATE: In an urgent showdown, the Colorado Buffaloes clash with the Kansas State Wildcats on Saturday, November 4, 2025, at Bill Snyder Family Stadium in Manhattan, Kansas. With both teams struggling this season, fans are eager to see which squad can turn their fortunes around.

The Buffaloes, led by head coach Deion Sanders, enter the game with a disappointing record of 3-8 and are on a four-game losing streak following a 42-17 defeat to Arizona State last week. Conversely, the Wildcats, coached by Chris Klieman, hold a record of 5-6 after succumbing to No. 12 Utah, 51-47, in their last outing.

5 Buffs to Watch:
– **WR Sincere Brown**: The senior is looking for a breakout game after tallying 21 catches for 366 yards and two touchdowns this season.
– **LB Reginald Hughes**: Back in the starting lineup, Hughes has recorded 54 tackles and a fumble recovery this year.
– **PK Alejandro Mata**: Set to break records, Mata boasts a field goal percentage of 90% this season, making 9 of 10 attempts.
– **QB Kaidon Salter**: Returning to the starting role, Salter has thrown for 1,242 yards with 10 touchdowns and five interceptions while rushing for five touchdowns.
– **S John Slaughter**: With two interceptions in consecutive games, Slaughter leads the team in interceptions this season.

Meanwhile, Kansas State showcases impressive talent:
– **RB Joe Jackson**: Coming off a school-record 293 rushing yards against Utah, Jackson leads the Wildcats with 769 yards this season.
– **QB Avery Johnson**: A dual-threat quarterback, Johnson has thrown for 2,270 yards and 18 touchdowns while rushing for eight scores.
– **CB Zashon Rich**: The sophomore has 54 tackles and leads the Big 12 with 10 pass breakups.
– **DE Cody Stufflebean**: A seasoned player, Stufflebean has 4.5 sacks this season and has started all 24 games since 2024.
– **WR Jaron Tibbs**: With Jayce Brown injured, Tibbs has stepped up as the primary receiving threat, leading the team with 43 receptions.

As the Buffaloes prepare to face a Kansas State defense that ranks 12th in the Big 12 in points allowed (27.8 per game), Coach Klieman highlighted Colorado’s offensive explosiveness, stating,

“They have a number of guys that can beat you with explosive plays.”

The Buffaloes’ offense is under pressure to perform, especially as their defense has struggled against the run, ranking last in the Big 12, allowing 224.0 yards per game. Coach Sanders acknowledged the urgency, stating, “This is a must-win for us to regain our confidence as we head into next season.”

As both teams look to salvage their seasons, Saturday’s game promises to be pivotal. Fans can expect an intense battle, with Colorado seeking to break their five-game losing streak and Kansas State aiming to secure bowl eligibility.

Stay tuned for live updates as kickoff approaches!