Led by true freshman Micah Welch, Colorado football’s run game finally showed signs of life during Saturday’s win over Colorado State.
Welch, a former three-star prospect, made the most out of his first college carries, finishing the Buffs’ 28-9 victory with a team-high 65 rushing yards. The Georgia native received nine rushes on the evening, including a first-quarter tote of 25 yards.
“It was a great boost,” Welch said of his lengthy rush at Canvas Stadium. “I knew it was gonna happen. I seen how the defense was lined up and I took advantage of it.”
Following the run, Welch shared a moment with Colorado head coach Deion Sanders, who offered his encouragement.
“He (Coach Prime) said he knew I could do it,” Welch said. “He said I was a great back and I could do it.”
Welch later came up with another big run of 16 yards during Colorado’s second scoring drive of the first half.
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