The anticipation for the Rocky Mountain Showdown between Colorado and Colorado State has escalated following provocative comments from CSU players, which Deion Sanders addressed by emphasizing the game's renewed personal stakes. The Buffs are grappling with significant injuries, including key players Chidozie Nwankwo, Dallan Hayden, and Shilo Sanders, which might impact their performance. This comes after a demoralizing 28-10 loss to Nebraska, marking CU's first defeat of the season. Despite these challenges, the Buffs are focused on the upcoming rivalry game, which returns to Fort Collins for the first time since 1996. Fans are eagerly awaiting the showdown, which will be a test of Colorado's depth and resilience.