Kevin Borba dissects a transformed running back room, from established returners like Michael Welch and speedster Decaylan “Trackhawk” Taylor to blue-chip transfer Richard Young and Sac State’s own Damian Henderson. The buzz: Brendan Marion’s run-heavy offensive philosophy could finally resurrect a ground game that’s been missing for years, offering a chance for any back to emerge as a 1,200-yard workhorse. Who will seize the spotlight and offset the pressure on new quarterback Julian Lewis?

But the real drama may lie in the trench war up front, where the offensive line must be rebuilt—again. With only one possible returning starter and a bevy of transfers (think: Georgia’s Bo Huley, Cal’s Leon Bell, and Rutgers’ Taj White), Kevin Borba warns that this unit’s chemistry is the pivot point for Colorado’s season. Can coach Marion’s flexible, “Go Go” offense work magic regardless of talent on the line, or will protection woes linger and cap the Buffs’ ceiling yet again?

From unsung position duels to scheme fits and physicality questions, Kevin Borba sets up the storylines that will define Colorado football’s return to relevance. Will these renewed battles spark improvement and carry the program forward, or repeat past struggles in the trenches and backfield?

The fall answers start now.

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