College Football Betting in Colorado
Colorado was an early adopter of allowing in-state college team betting, which means CU Buffaloes and CSU Rams game-level markets are fully available to Colorado bettors. The Deion Sanders era at CU has driven dramatic increases in handle on Buffaloes games.
Season
August – January
Popular bet types
- Spread
- Moneyline
- Total
- Game-level futures
- Conference futures
Top markets
- Spread
- Total points
- First-half spread
- Game moneyline
- Conference championship futures
Colorado teams
Colorado betting notes
Player props on individual college athletes are prohibited in Colorado. Game-level markets (spread, total, moneyline) and conference futures remain available.
College Football Betting FAQ
Can I bet on the CU Buffaloes from Colorado?
Yes; at the game level. Spreads, moneylines, totals and conference futures on CU and other Colorado college teams are all available. Player props on individual college athletes are prohibited.
Why are player props banned on college athletes in Colorado?
Colorado regulators banned college player props to protect amateur athletes from harassment and integrity concerns. Game-level markets remain fully available; only individual-athlete props are restricted.
How has the Deion Sanders era affected CU betting?
CU handle has multiplied since 2023. Public money runs heavily on CU under Sanders, which inflates lines on prime-time games. Sharp value frequently appears on opponent spreads in nationally-televised matchups.
When does college football season start?
The college football regular season kicks off in late August and runs through early December, followed by conference championships and the College Football Playoff through early January.