How to watch Colorado vs. Delaware football: Time, odds and what to watch for

The Colorado Buffaloes are looking for redemption on Saturday afternoon after they let a golden opportunity slip through their fingers in last week’s loss to Georgia Tech. An 0-1 start is not what Coach Prime and his squad wanted to see, but they have a great chance at getting back on track when the Delaware Blue Hens come to town.

This is the first-ever FBS matchup for Delaware, as the 2025 campaign is the program’s first season at the highest level of college football. They played their first game at the highest level when they took down in-state rival Delaware State last week, but that team is still in the FCS. A week later, the Blue Hens head to Boulder to take on an FBS opponent for the first time as an FBS team themselves.

Buffs fans are eager to see their new quarterback, Julian Lewis, make his collegiate debut. Coach Prime said on Tuesday that the young freshman would get some run in the contest, but did not specify on how much action he would see or whether he would start. All signs point to Salter being the top dog in the quarterback room, but this is a perfect opportunity for Lewis to get his feet wet in the college landscape.

HOW TO WATCH COLORADO VS. DELAWARE

Saturday’s contest is scheduled to kick off at 1:35 p.m. MDT from Folsom Field in Boulder, Colorado. Fans at home can catch the game on FOX. There will still be no Ralphie Run, as Ralphie VII has not completed her training to carry on one of the greatest traditions in college football.

The national anthem will take place at 1:21 p.m. while Prime and the Buffs are scheduled to take the field at 1:30.

Folsom Field is the place to be this Saturday! 🏟️🏈

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— Colorado Buffaloes (@CUBuffs) September 4, 2025

ODDS FOR COLORADO VS. DELAWARE

Spread/Total: Colorado -23.5, 50.5

Moneyline: Colorado -3,500, Delaware +1,280

Delaware to not score a touchdown: +410

WHAT TO WATCH FOR IN COLORADO VS. DELAWARE

Saturday’s contest is all about getting back on track for the Buffs. They had plenty of golden opportunities to take control of the Georgia Tech game and failed to do so. This game should be about establishing the core principles on both sides of the ball that the Buffs can lean on in tougher games for the rest of the season.

On offense, Colorado showed the ability to run the ball in Week 1. They got away from it at times, and that cost them some valuable possessions. Micah Welch showed out and the offensive line opened some holes, but it’s on offensive coordinator Pat Shurmur to stick with the run.

It’s also on Shurmur to get the ball to his playmakers more. Omarion Miller’s status is up in the air with the hamstring injury he suffered last week, but the Buffs have plenty of talent spread out wide. No wide receiver had more than two catches against Georgia Tech, a problem that needs to be fixed instantly if this team wants to make a bowl game again.

The run defense struggled mightily against the Yellow Jackets last week, but should be able to find its stride against a Blue Hens team that puts more emphasis on the quick passing game to move the ball instead of the run. Delaware will be looking to move the ball up the field quickly by utilizing the quick game while also looking for opportunities deep down the field when they present themselves.

A big key against teams like this is tackling. Broken tackles in the quick game can easily turn four-yard gains into 13-yard gains, so keeping everything in front and being sure with the tackling will be what this defense needs to stay ahead.

Colorado is the more talented team. They have the better players, the better coaches and the better resources. The only way that they could lose this game is by shooting themselves in the foot. The more realistic question is whether or not Delaware will cover the 23.5 points they’re getting, but in the wild world of college football, anything is possible.

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