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Colorado's Lester and Anene among Big 12 leaders in sacks

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Last updated Oct 8, 2026

Colorado's Lester and Anene among Big 12 leaders in sacks

Summary

Colorado football features two pass rushers, Lamont Lester Jr. and Toby Anene, ranking among the Big 12's sack leaders with a combined seven sacks. Lester holds four sacks, tying for the conference lead after a strong start to the season. Anene has three sacks, contributing significantly to an improving Buffaloes defense. The team is heading into a bye week and preparing to face Utah on October 17.

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By the Numbers

•Lester has four sacks while Anene has three this season.
•Together, they account for 70% of Colorado's total sacks.
•Lester was named Big 12 Defensive Player of the Week after the season opener.
•Colorado's next game is against Utah on October 17.

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Colorado football has two of the Big 12’s seven players with at least three sacks this season a key part to the Buffs' resurgent defense.
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