ASU Football: Highlights from ASU’s 27-24 loss to Colorado

Arizona State Sun Devils fall to Colorado Buffaloes 27-24

The Arizona State Sun Devils fell to the Colorado Buffaloes 27-24 on Saturday, October 7th, 2023, at Folsom Field in Boulder, Colorado.

The Sun Devils trailed 24-10 at halftime, but mounted a furious comeback in the second half, scoring 17 unanswered points to take a 27-24 lead. However, the Buffaloes responded with a touchdown drive of their own to retake the lead with 1:22 remaining in the game. ASU had a chance to tie it up in the final seconds, but a field goal attempt fell short.

ASU quarterback Trenton Bourguet threw for 285 yards and two touchdowns while running back Xazavian Valladay rushed for 100 yards and a touchdown. Wide receiver Elijah Badger also had a big game, catching six passes for 100 yards and a touchdown.

The Sun Devils' defense was led by linebacker Kyle Soelle, who had 12 tackles and a sack. Defensive tackle Nesta Jade Silvera also had a sack.

Despite the loss, the Sun Devils showed some fight in the second half. They will need to continue to improve if they want to compete for a Pac-12 championship this season.

Highlights from the game:

• ASU scored 17 unanswered points in the second half to take a 27-24 lead.
• Trent Bourguet threw for 285 yards and two touchdowns.
• Xazavian Valladay rushed for 100 yards and a touchdown.
• Elijah Badger caught six passes for 100 yards and a touchdown.
• Kyle Soelle had 12 tackles and a sack.
• Nesta Jade Silvera had a sack.

What went wrong for ASU?

The Sun Devils started the game slowly, falling behind 10-0 in the first quarter. They were also penalized 11 times for 100 yards.

In the second half, ASU played much better, but they made some key mistakes late in the game. For example, they failed to convert a fourth-and-one with just over two minutes remaining in the game.

Overall, the Sun Devils need to improve their execution and discipline if they want to be successful this season.