UPDATE: The Colorado Buffaloes are facing significant injury challenges ahead of their crucial game against Arizona State University on November 11, 2023, at 6 p.m. A recent report from the Big 12 Conference confirms that left tackle Jordan Seaton is questionable for the matchup, potentially missing his second consecutive game due to a lower leg injury.
The Buffs will also be without safety Ben Finneseth, who has been officially ruled out for the game at Folsom Field. These developments come as head coach Deion Sanders acknowledged, “We have an injury bug for sure,” highlighting the ongoing struggles the team faces this season.
Overall, a staggering 16 players from the Buffaloes are listed on the availability report, a trend that has plagued them throughout the season. Seaton, a standout sophomore who has started all of his previous 22 games, missed the Buffs’ recent 29-22 loss to West Virginia, raising concerns about their offensive line.
Additionally, right tackle Larry Johnson III is also questionable after missing the West Virginia game. Finneseth, a former walk-on who has made a name for himself this season with 27 tackles in six starts, appeared healthy but is still set to miss the upcoming clash.
The list of injured players continues with cornerback RJ Johnson, defensive tackles Amari McNeill and Tawfiq Thomas, and backup long snapper Camden Dempsey all confirmed out. Notably, Johnson, who started the first three games, has only participated in one snap over the last seven games.
Freshman linebacker Mantrez Walker is the only player listed as doubtful. Alongside Seaton and Johnson, other key players marked as questionable include cornerback Makari Vickers, safety Carter Stoutmire, linebacker Jeremiah Brown, and defensive lineman Brandon Davis-Swain.
In contrast, Arizona State is also dealing with injury concerns, listing 12 players on their participation report. Star receiver Jordyn Tyson is marked as questionable after missing the last three games due to a hamstring injury but has returned to practice this week.
As the Buffaloes prepare for this critical matchup against a rival team, the impact of these injuries could prove decisive. Fans are eagerly awaiting updates on player statuses as kickoff approaches.
This game, set to be broadcast on ESPN2, is not only vital for the Buffs’ season but also poses the potential for emotional highs and lows as players navigate through these challenges. The urgency of the situation amplifies the stakes for both teams, making this a must-watch event for college football fans.
Stay tuned for live updates and further developments as the situation evolves.
