The long-standing rivalry between Colorado and Colorado State continued with intensity as Colorado's Shedeur Sanders refused to shake the hand of Colorado State's Brayden Fowler-Nicolosi following Colorado's 28-9 victory. The tension was fueled by Fowler-Nicolosi's earlier trash talk and gestures during the game, which included taunting Colorado's Travis Hunter. Postgame, Coach Deion Sanders criticized Colorado State for their disrespectful behavior throughout the week. Despite the win, Colorado continued to face controversies, including allegations of Deion Sanders instructing the band to play his son’s song after touchdowns, which the school denied. The Buffaloes, with Shedeur Sanders at the helm, now look forward to Big 12 play with hopes of improving their season performance.