Colorado defense ranks first in Big 12 for tackles for loss
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 6, 2026, 11:31 AM
Last updated Oct 6, 2026

Colorado's defense has shown improvement, ranking first in the Big 12 and third nationally in tackles for loss, with 43 in total this season. This statistic includes 20 tackles for loss from the past two games. During a recent game against Texas Tech, Colorado's defense limited the Red Raiders to 315 yards and held them to just three conversions on 12 third downs. Colorado's defensive efforts highlight their ability to disrupt opponents' plays significantly. The team is currently 2-3 overall and 0-2 in conference play, preparing for a bye week before facing Utah on October 17.
- •Colorado records 43 tackles for loss, leading the Big 12.
- •The defense held Texas Tech to 315 yards and 134 passing yards.
- •Defensive lineman Santana Hopper made 10 tackles, including five for loss.
- •The Buffaloes are 2-3 overall and 0-2 in Big 12 play.
- •Next game is against Utah on October 17.
- 11:31 AMYahoo Sports — Colorado's defense tops the Big 12 in a major defensive category
"Colorado's defense is first in the Big 12 and third nationally in a major defensive category after a disruptive showing vs. Texas Tech
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