Way-too-early record prediction for Colorado football's 2026 season

Key Highlights

• The Yellow Jackets lost a good amount of talent this offseason but still brought in a top-40 recruiting class and the 27th-ranked transfer portal class, highlighted by additions like Indiana's Alberto Mendoza and Michigan's Justice Haynes.
• This won't be an easy opener in Atlanta, but I think the Buffs get their revenge and start the season with a win. Week 2 vs.
• Weber StateSep 6, 2025; Tucson, Arizona, USA; Weber State Wildcats defensive end Keahnist Thompson (1) sacks Arizona Wildcats quarterback Braedyn Locke (8) during the fourth quarter of the game at Arizona Stadium.
• Mandatory Credit: Aryanna Frank-Imagn ImagesPrediction: WINThere really isn't much to say here.
• Colorado should be heavy favorites in their home opener and should make quick work of a Weber State team that went 4–8 in Big Sky play in 2025. AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementWeek 3 at NorthwesternCHICAGO, ILLINOIS - NOVEMBER 15: Caleb Komolafe #5 of the Northwestern Wildcats celebrates a touchdown with teammates against the Michigan Wolverines during the second half at Wrigley Field on November 15, 2025 in Chicago, Illinois.