No. 21 West Virginia (1-1) at Colorado (2-0), 8:30 p.m. EDT, Thursday (ESPN)
Line: West Virginia by 3.
Series Record: First meeting.
What’s at Stake
West Virginia had lots of time to think about its 24-3 loss to East Carolina on Sept. 6. The Mountaineers look to get back on track after tumbling in the polls after the loss. Meanwhile, the Buffaloes are trying to go 3-0 for first time since 2004.
Key Matchup
Colorado freshman Darrell Scott vs. West Virginia’s defensive front. The highly touted Scott is searching for his first 100-yard game. The Mountaineers have always been stingy against the run, allowing only six 100-yard rushers in the last 40 games.
Players to watch
West Virginia: QB Pat White can make things happen with his fleet feet and dynamic arm. The Mountaineers are 14-1 he runs for at least 100 yards.
er lifted Colorado to a 31-24 win over Eastern Washington.
Figures
Colorado and West Virginia have something in common: Both were mentioned in songs by the late artist John Denver. West Virginia was featured by Denver’s 1971 hit “Take Me Home Country Roads” while Colorado was featured in his ’72 hit “Rocky Mountain High.” … The Mountaineers haven’t played in the state of Colorado since beating Colorado State, 52-24, on Sept. 13, 1980. … The Buffaloes will host their first Thursday night game in 18 years.
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