Colorado football moves up in preseason power rankings
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 25, 2026, 10:31 AM
Last updated Aug 25, 2026
Colorado football has climbed three spots to No. 104 in the USA TODAY Sports' preseason FBS rankings as of August 25, 2026. The Buffaloes remain the lowest-ranked team in the Big 12, trailing teams like Iowa State and their Week 3 opponent, Northwestern. Coming off a disappointing 3-9 season, the team faces challenges with a new roster and coaching staff. A strong performance in their opening game could significantly improve their standing.
- •Colorado is ranked No. 104 in USA TODAY Sports' power rankings.
- •They are the lowest-ranked team in the Big 12.
- •Their Week 1 opponent, Georgia Tech, is ranked No. 32.
- •The team aims to improve after a 3-9 season last year.
- •Texas Tech is the highest-ranked Big 12 team at No. 12.
- 10:31 AMYahoo Sports — Colorado moves up in preseason USA TODAY Sports power rankings
"Colorado football moved up in USA TODAY Sports' preseason FBS rankings but remains the lowest-ranked team in the Big 12.
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