Colorado could benefit from new Poinsettia Bowl setup
The return of the Poinsettia Bowl in 2026 may provide a new opportunity for the Colorado Buffaloes and other legacy Pac-12 teams to reach a bowl game. This revamped bowl setup will allow these teams to compete against the new Pac-12 champion if that champion is not eligible for the College Football Playoff. While Colorado still faces challenges in achieving bowl eligibility, the Poinsettia Bowl could become a viable option for them in the upcoming season.
- ▪The Poinsettia Bowl will return in 2026, featuring legacy Pac-12 schools.
- ▪Colorado has only reached three bowl games since 2016, making bowl eligibility a significant challenge.
- ▪The new bowl format allows for a matchup against the Pac-12 champion if they are not College Football Playoff-eligible.
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