BOULDER — All season long, takeaways had been elusive for the Colorado Buffaloes' defense.
In 10 games, CU had forced just eight turnovers — six interceptions and two fumble recoveries. While takeaways had no doubt been a point of emphasis for Chris Wilson's defense every week, the work had produced minimal results.
Until Saturday. That's when CU's defense, which had produced multiple turnovers in just one game this year, stepped up in a big way in the Buffaloes' home finale, collecting two fumble recoveries and two interceptions to make the difference in a 20-17 Colorado victory over Washington in CU's home finale.