Betting on the Colorado Buffaloes
The Colorado Buffaloes (CU) entered a new era in 2023 under head coach Deion "Coach Prime" Sanders, driving dramatic increases in betting handle. Colorado law allows in-state college betting at the game level only; no player props.
Team facts
| League | NCAA |
|---|---|
| City | Boulder |
| Venue | Folsom Field (football); CU Events Center (basketball) |
| Founded | 1890 |
| Championships | 1 college football national championship (1990, shared) |
Popular markets
- Spread
- Total points
- Moneyline
- Conference championship futures
- Win total over/under
Colorado betting angle
Public money runs heavily on CU under Sanders; leading to inflated lines on prime-time games. Sharp value frequently lands on opponent spreads in nationally-televised matchups.
Colorado Buffaloes Betting FAQ
Can I bet on the CU Buffaloes from Colorado?
Yes; at the game level only. Spreads, moneylines, totals, futures and conference markets are all legal. Player props on individual CU athletes are prohibited under Colorado regulation.
Why are CU lines so high under Deion Sanders?
Public money runs heavily on CU under "Coach Prime," inflating spreads on prime-time matchups. Sharp value frequently lands on opponent spreads, particularly in nationally-televised games where casual money concentrates.
Can I bet on individual CU player performance?
No. Colorado regulators ban player props on all college athletes. You can bet game-level markets and team futures, but markets like "Player X over 50 rushing yards" are not available for any Colorado college team.
Where does CU play home games?
CU plays football at Folsom Field in Boulder. Basketball plays at the CU Events Center, also on campus.