The Colorado State University Pueblo football team has made significant strides this week, jumping into the Top 10 rankings of both the AFCA Division II Coaches Poll and D2Football.com Poll following a 44-34 victory over then-eighth-ranked Western Colorado. The ThunderWolves now hold an 8-1 record overall and remain undefeated in the Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference (RMAC) at 7-0, climbing to No. 7 in the AFCA poll and No. 6 in the D2Football.com poll. This is their first appearance in the Top 10 this season after previously being ranked as low as No. 22. They will face a critical matchup against the Colorado School of Mines, who is currently ranked 14th and 21st in the national polls.

By the Numbers
  • CSU Pueblo improved to 8-1 this season, maintaining a 14-game RMAC win streak.
  • The ThunderWolves jumped three spots to No. 7 in AFCA and four spots to No. 6 in D2Football.com.
State of Play
  • CSU Pueblo is positioned to host the 14th-ranked Colorado School of Mines for a pivotal Senior Day game.
  • Three RMAC teams, including CSU Pueblo, Western Colorado, and Mines, are ranked in both national polls.
What's Next

Looking ahead, CSU Pueblo will aim to solidify their national ranking as they face Mines, which presents an opportunity to further impact their chances for post-season play. This could set the stage for a significant playoff push as the season wraps up.

Bottom Line

CSU Pueblo's ascent into the Top 10 showcases their growth and competitive edge this season, making their upcoming game against Mines a critical test of their championship aspirations.