Miami University football team secured a dominant 43-17 win over Colorado State in the Arizona Bowl. The RedHawks scored touchdowns on five of their six second-half possessions, marking the largest margin of victory in a bowl game in program history. Kevin Davis, who was named the game's MVP, achieved a career-high 245 all-purpose yards and two rushing touchdowns. Jordan Brunson also contributed significantly with two rushing scores. Miami capitalized on Colorado State's turnovers, converting them into 19 points, which was crucial in their victory. The RedHawks' defense played a pivotal role, with key turnovers and stops that set up scoring opportunities [1] [3].

The Colorado State Rams faced a disappointing loss in the Arizona Bowl, continuing their struggles in bowl games. Despite high expectations and a significant fan turnout, the team was unable to capitalize on the opportunity. Colorado State committed four turnovers and failed to convert key plays, allowing Miami to take control. The Rams' offense struggled with inconsistency, and the defense was unable to contain Miami's dynamic plays. The loss highlights ongoing challenges for the program as they prepare for a future move to the Pac-12 conference [5].

In other news, Colorado's fish recovery programs have received a seven-year extension for federal funding. This initiative, which has been active for nearly three decades, aims to recover endangered fish species like the humpback chub, razorback sucker, Colorado pikeminnow, and bonytail fish in the Colorado and San Juan river basins. The extension, included in the 2025 National Defense Authorization Act, authorizes up to $92 million in funding over the next seven years. The program has seen success in improving the conservation status of some species, though challenges remain. The funding will support ongoing efforts such as habitat restoration, streamflow augmentation, and invasive species removal [4].