Richard Young starts again for Colorado against Arizona State
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 4, 2026, 12:02 PM
Last updated Nov 4, 2026

Richard Young will make his second consecutive start for Colorado this Saturday against Arizona State. The running back follows a strong performance in which he rushed for 120 yards and two touchdowns in Colorado's 27-24 overtime victory over Kansas State. Young's role increased due to an injury to Micah Welch, and he became the second 100-yard rusher during Deion Sanders' tenure. Young's workload and performance in this upcoming game will be crucial as Colorado looks to improve its season record of 3-5.
- •Young rushed for 120 yards in his first start against Kansas State.
- •He replaces Micah Welch, who is dealing with an injury.
- •Young is the second player to rush for 100 yards under Coach Sanders.
- •Colorado aims to build on the win and end a five-game losing streak.
- 12:02 PMYahoo Sports — Richard Young keeps Colorado football’s starting running back job
"Richard Young will start again for Colorado after rushing for 120 yards against Kansas State, raising questions about his early season workload.
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