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Colorado ends No. 14 Houston's CFP hopes with Friday night upset, and possibly saves Deion Sanders' job
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Key Points:
- Colorado defeated No. 14 Houston 42-32, ending the Cougars' College Football Playoff hopes and marking Colorado's first win over a top-15 team since 2007.
- The victory was a major highlight in an otherwise disappointing season for Colorado, improving their record to 4-6 and potentially securing head coach Deion Sanders' job.
- Houston started strong with a 20-7 lead but Colorado responded with 28 unanswered points, ultimately pulling away with a dominant rushing attack totaling 249 yards and five touchdowns.
- Despite Houston outgaining Colorado 477-466 yards, costly turnovers and poor timing contributed to their defeat.
- Colorado quarterback Isaac Wilson completed 17 of 25 passes for 217 yards, one touchdown, and one interception, while Richard Young led the rushing effort with 99 yards and two touchdowns.
