Colorado Buffaloes Kick Off Season on Thursday, Sept. 3
The Colorado Buffaloes are poised to kick off their 2026 football season on Thursday, September 3. Under the leadership of head coach Deion Sanders, the team aims to turn the tide after finishing last season with a disappointing five-game losing streak.
Buffaloes vs. Yellow Jackets: What to Expect
This season opener will take place on the road against the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets in Atlanta. The game is set to be broadcasted nationally on ESPN, with the kickoff time to be announced later. This matchup continues a trend for the Buffaloes of starting their seasons on weeknights. In the previous two years, they opened on a Thursday in 2024 against North Dakota State and faced Georgia Tech on a Friday in 2025.
A Chance for Redemption
This game marks the second encounter in a home-and-home series between the Buffaloes and the Yellow Jackets. Colorado will look to redeem themselves after suffering a 27-20 defeat at home last season. Notably, this will be the 12th time in the last 14 years that the Buffaloes will not begin the season on a Saturday, highlighting an unusual scheduling trend.
Focus on the Season Ahead
- Opponent: Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets
- Date: Thursday, September 3, 2026
- Location: Atlanta, GA
- Broadcast: ESPN
- Last Season’s Record: 3-9
As the only Power 4 matchup occurring on September 3, all eyes will be upon Colorado as they look to kick off the season on a positive note. The anticipation surrounding the game reflects the broader hope for improvement within the program after last year’s challenging outcomes.
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