Colorado football returned to the win column on the eve of Big 12 play. Houston, meanwhile, can spark top 25 conversations if it knocks off the Buffaloes Friday.

The latter is rolling in at 2-0 overall. Houston is likely welcoming a good number of recruits for the primetime showdown. Which also bodes well for Deion Sanders per the head coach — with the Buffaloes turning to the city often on the college football recruiting trail.

Recruiting battle aside, this conference showdown presents hefty intrigue. Particularly behind center with Sanders calling out reports of Ryan Staub starting .

Does CU have that surprise up its sleeve for QB? Meanwhile, how will Conner Weigman fare facing an improving Buffaloes defense? Time to sort through the bold predictions.

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