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Colorado Buffaloes open the 2026 college football season against Georgia Tech

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Last updated Sep 4, 2026

Colorado Buffaloes open the 2026 college football season against Georgia Tech

Summary

The Colorado Buffaloes football team begins the 2026 season on September 3 with a road game against Georgia Tech in Atlanta. This matchup marks the start of a campaign for the Buffaloes, who finished the 2025 season with a 3-9 record. Head coach Deion Sanders enters the year with new coordinators Brennan Marion leading the offense and Chris Marve directing the defense. The team continues its schedule on September 12 with a home game against Weber State at 3:30 p.m. ET. Following the opener in Georgia, Colorado faces a series of Big 12 opponents throughout the fall. The program seeks its first bowl game victory in 22 years following multiple roster turnovers since Sanders took over the program.

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By the Numbers

•Colorado plays Georgia Tech on September 3 at 8 p.m. ET in Atlanta.
•The 2026 schedule includes 12 games, concluding with the Big 12 Championship on December 5.
•Brennan Marion and Chris Marve joined the staff as offensive and defensive coordinators.
•The Buffaloes look to improve upon a 3-9 record from the 2025 season.

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