Ticket activity suggests a growing crowd at Folsom Field for the Utah game. Insider reports indicate roughly 50,700 tickets have been sold for the matchup, with the stadium’s capacity listed around 51,400. That would leave Colorado asking for only a few hundred more to reach a full house. This surge in demand would be notable, exceeding attendance figures seen in the program’s previous home tilts.
Colorado’s recent home game attendance has fluctuated. The Buffaloes drew 48,322 for a conference opponent the previous season and 43,348 for another non-conference tilt, followed by 49,363 for last year’s home opener against Weber State and 50,106 for a game against Texas Tech this season. In those contests, Lewis started the Weber State game, while Wilson stepped in against Texas Tech.
Family Weekend has traditionally drawn crowds, but Wilson’s emergence as the starter may be fueling additional interest beyond the usual weekend attendance boost.
The program has faced scrutiny after a disappointing stretch that followed a strong 9-4 season in 2024. Attendance and enthusiasm had softened amid uneven results, and the team’s spring game in April 2026 drew far fewer fans than the prior year’s showing, according to independent estimates, though official figures differed. The year 2025 ended with another challenging campaign, contributing to the drop in buzz around the program.
Lewis’ performance had shown flashes but did not translate into consistent offensive rhythm. He completed 64.2% of his passes for 733 yards with six touchdowns over his appearances, but the production did not sustain.
The shift to Wilson came after Sanders handed him the starting role during the season. Wilson, younger brother of an NFL quarterback, brought a new storyline to the program and was given the chance to start in significant games.
In Wilson’s first start against a ranked opponent, the team faced a tough result, but he demonstrated moments of potential. He opened with a 75-yard touchdown drive, finishing with 290 passing yards and leading the team in rushing with 42 yards. The first half showcased some of the program’s most efficient passing play in recent seasons. Opponents adjusted as the game progressed, and turnovers emerged, including a costly pick-six, which ended in a loss. Despite the setback, Wilson showed more explosiveness than his predecessor, supporting the decision to keep him as the starter.
Colorado’s coaching staff confirmed that Wilson would remain the starting quarterback for the Utah matchup. The game presents a significant opportunity for Wilson to showcase his development against a formidable defense that has been allowing only around 13 points per game. Regardless of attendance figures, Wilson faces a stern test against a highly disciplined opponent.
Key context:
– Wilson’s stat line through his early work includes a completion rate around the mid-50s, just under 450 passing yards across a few games, two passing touchdowns, and a handful of interceptions.
– Utah’s defense has been stout, presenting a substantial challenge for any quarterback, particularly in high-profile home games.
As Colorado prepares for the Utah game, excitement centers on Wilson’s growth and the potential impact of a full house crowd at Folsom Field. The matchup will serve as a proving ground for Wilson as he attempts to cement his role and demonstrate the upside that prompted the coaching staff to entrust him with the starting duties.
