One reason why Colorado is in contention to win the Big 12 is the play of the defensive line. Seven-time Pro Bowl star Warren Sapp is playing a major role in the team's improvement on defense as part of the team's coaching staff, and Coach Prime is taking notice.

Coach Deion Sanders has Colorado one win away from bowl eligibility, but questions remain about Travis Hunter and bearing down at home.

The Buffaloes on late-night TV do tend to make for entertaining theater. Colorado beat Baylor last month courtesy of a Hail Mary pass for a TD to tie the game in regulation and a forced fumble by Hunter to secure the win in overtime.