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Colorado football improves ESPN FPI ranking after Week 9 overtime win

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 3, 2026, 1:31 PM

Last updated Nov 3, 2026

Colorado football improves ESPN FPI ranking after Week 9 overtime win

Summary

Colorado scored a crucial overtime victory against Kansas State, ending a five-game losing streak. Following this win, the Buffaloes climbed two spots in ESPN's Football Power Index, now ranked No. 73 nationally. Their projected record increased from 3.4-8.6 to 4.3-7.7, enhancing their chances of achieving six wins and bowl eligibility to 10.9%. Colorado needs to win three of its final four games to reach that target, starting with an upcoming matchup against Arizona State, whom FPI ranks just above Colorado in the Big 12.

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By the Numbers

•Colorado ended a five-game losing streak with a win over Kansas State.
•The Buffaloes are now ranked No. 73 in ESPN's Football Power Index.
•FPI projects Colorado's record to be 4.3-7.7 after Week 9.
•Colorado's chance of reaching six wins is at 10.9%.
•The Buffaloes face Arizona State next, a game viewed as winnable.

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Colorado saw its bowl-game chances rise significantly in the latest ESPN FPI rankings after a big win snapped a five-game losing streak.
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