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Brown's Big Day Fuels Sun Devils Past Colorado
23 Nov, 2025
Summary
- Raleek Brown rushed for 255 yards, third most in school history.
- Arizona State's defense stifled Colorado despite team turnovers.
- Sun Devils secured a crucial Big 12 title contention win.
Raleek Brown delivered a standout performance with 255 rushing yards, the third-highest single-game total in Arizona State history, leading the Sun Devils to a convincing 42-17 victory over Colorado. This win keeps Arizona State in contention for a Big 12 title, although they still require assistance from other teams. The Sun Devils overcame offensive miscues, including three fumbles and an interception, thanks to a resilient defensive effort that limited Colorado to just three points off turnovers.
The Sun Devils' offense was formidable, accumulating 580 total yards, with a substantial 355 yards coming from their ground game. Brown's 88-yard touchdown run in the third quarter, following a fumble recovery, sealed a commanding 28-17 lead for Arizona State. Quarterback Jeff Sims also contributed with 206 passing yards and two touchdowns, connecting with Derek Eusebio for a 68-yard score.
Colorado, concluding their home schedule with a 3-4 record, struggled offensively. Freshman quarterback Julian Lewis managed a touchdown pass but was largely contained by Arizona State's defense. The Buffaloes' season concluded with a 3-8 overall record, while the Sun Devils look ahead to their regular-season finale against Arizona.
