The under has cashed in five of the past six meetings in this in-state rivalry matchup.

Both defenses look improved from last year, while each offense is missing a key piece.

Colorado State is without Kapri Bibbs, who rushed for 1,741 yards on 281 carries and scored 31 touchdowns last season. He's going to be very hard to replace. On the flip side, the Rams look better on defense with two very good linebackers and an experienced secondary.

The Rams are inexperienced on the defensive line, which could mean more running plays for Colorado. The Buffaloes generated less than 26 points per game last season despite scoring a combined 81 points against Central Arkansas and Charleston Southern. They were held to 20 points or less in six of nine Pac-12 games.

Sophomore quarterback Sefo Liufau is going to miss star wide receiver Paul Richardson, who accounted for 10 of Colorado's 21 receiving touchdowns.

There could be a weather factor, too, as there is a chance of a thunderstorm.