Colorado visits Northwestern on September 19 amid major lineup uncertainty

Northwestern’s next major test is unbeaten Colorado at Martin Stadium on September 19 at 6:30 p.m. CT, the venue’s final game before the move to the new Ryan Field. Colorado has prepared through its bye behind efficient quarterback Julian Lewis, while Deion Sanders has highlighted Northwestern’s tempo, physicality and Chip Kelly’s offense. Opponent-feature coverage adds context on Colorado’s tight-end/fullback usage and physical approach but no new confirmed Wildcats injuries or lineup information.