The Colorado State Rams will have a very tall task defending the Texas Longhorns in the season opener.
, thanks in large part to the immense amount of talent they have on the offensive side of the ball, including star, the running back duo of Jaydon Blue and C.J. Baxter, and one of the best offensive lines in all of college football.
In other words, the Rams - at least on paper - are set to be sorely outmatched. Even still, Colorado State does have some playmakers on the defensive side of the ball. A returning captain for the Rams, and the other half of a talented safety duo, Henry Blackburn led Colorado State in interceptions last season with three, and was fourth on the team in tackles with 75, as well as third on the team in tackles for loss with 7.5. He also added 2.5 sacks.
Colorado State's leading returning tackler, safety Jack Howell had 50 solo, 64 assisted, and 114 total tackles in 2023, He also added three pass break ups, a forced fumble, three QB hurries and an interception.
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