Colorado State Falls to No. 11 BYU in First Loss of Jim Mora Era
Colorado State University suffered a significant 41-23 loss to No. 11 Brigham Young University in Fort Collins, marking the first defeat of the Jim Mora era for the Rams. The game featured an injury to CSU's starting quarterback and a…
Colorado Springs Pueblo, CO, September 19, 2026 —
Fort Collins, CO – Colorado State University (CSU) experienced a notable setback on Saturday, succumbing to a 41-23 defeat against the No. 11 ranked Brigham Young University (BYU). The loss marks the first time Head Coach Jim Mora has led the Rams to a loss since his tenure began.
The game, played in Fort Collins, saw BYU’s offense demonstrate a dominant performance that ultimately proved too much for the Rams to overcome. The scoreline reflected a significant margin, with BYU securing a 41-23 victory.
Adding to CSU’s challenges during the contest was an injury sustained by the team’s starting quarterback. The specific details of the injury and its impact on the team’s performance were not provided in the summary, nor was the outcome or status following the injury.
BYU’s offense was credited with a strong showing throughout the game, contributing significantly to the final score and their status as a ranked opponent. The summary does not include specific offensive statistics for either team or details about key plays.
This defeat represents a new challenge for the CSU football program under Jim Mora, as it is the first loss recorded in his time leading the team. The Rams will now aim to regroup and address the factors that contributed to this outcome in their upcoming games.
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