BOULDER — Thus far this season, the 3-0 Colorado Buffaloes are keeping their defense fresh with a steady rotation, particularly along the front seven.
In three games this year, 16 different defenders have played at least 30 percent of the Buffs' defensive snaps. Up front — among the linebackers and defensive line — the Buffs are spreading the playing time among roughly a dozen players.
That depth has yielded been an improved pass rush that has been able to exert pressure throughout the game. Along with 10 quarterback sacks, the Buffs have also recorded 24 quarterback "pressures" — plays on which they have forced an early or errant throw.