BOULDER — When Colorado freshman Kanan Ray put on his pads last month for the beginning of spring ball, it marked the end of a 26-month wait.
That's 26 months of not lining up to play the game he loves, 26 months of recovery and rehabilitation from a injuries, 26 months of watching teammates practice and play while he could not participate.
Now, finally, the wait is over. A healthy and hungry Ray is back on the field and making the most of his opportunity, and he has been getting time this week running at right tackle with the No.