Colorado State football improves to 2-0 after defeating Southern Utah
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 13, 2026, 4:02 AM
Last updated Sep 13, 2026

Colorado State moved to a 2-0 record on September 12 following a 58-24 victory over Southern Utah. Head coach Jim Mora noted the team's offensive explosiveness throughout the game but emphasized the need for consistent defensive play after allowing several long gains. The Rams forced four turnovers and held Southern Utah to three points in the second half. Quarterback Hauss Hejny earned praise from the coaching staff for his decision-making and aggressive playstyle. Despite the win, Mora identified areas for improvement, particularly regarding sustained offensive drives and defensive discipline. The team now turns its attention to preparing for a matchup against BYU.
- •Colorado State defeated Southern Utah 58-24 on September 12.
- •The Rams forced four turnovers in the contest.
- •Jim Mora cited the need to eliminate long defensive plays before facing BYU.
- •Hauss Hejny contributed a strong performance at quarterback.
- •Mel Brown played through knee pain during the win.
- 4:02 AMYahoo Sports — What Jim Mora said after CSU football scored 58 points to move to 2-0
"See what Jim Mora had to say about CSU's defense, Hauss Hejny's play, growth potential and more.
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