Northwestern vs Colorado
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Northwestern leads the series.
| Season | Site | Result | Score | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Northwestern win | Evanston | W | 41-7 |
| 1978 | Colorado win | Boulder | L | 7-55 |
| 1951 | Northwestern win | Evanston | W | 35-14 |
The head-to-head series, every meeting on record since 1951.
The Northwestern vs Colorado matchup page sets the two programs side by side, with kickoff and TV once a next meeting is on the schedule.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the all-time record between Northwestern and Colorado?
Northwestern is 2-1 against Colorado across 3 meetings on record since 1951. Northwestern leads the series.
When did Northwestern last play Colorado?
They last met in 2026, a 41-7 win for Northwestern.