David Zalubowski / AP)
FORT COLLINS — Colorado State still has issues. The Rams also have a win, thanks in large part to its defense.
Really.
A unit that gave up more than 500 yards and 24 points before getting a stop a week ago held strong in the second half Saturday at Lubick Field at Hughes Stadium, allowing the Rams to leave their home opener victorious, 23-14 over UTSA.
To signify what really transpired the final 30 minutes, it was 20-14 at halftime. Colorado State's offense rolled early with the run game, but the passing game was once again ineffective, and UTSA stacked the box and took the ground attack away from the Rams, leading to true freshman quarterback Collin Hill to enter in the fourth quarter.