While replacing Sefo Liufau in the Colorado Buffaloes’ loss to the Michigan Wolverines, redshirt freshman Steven Montez looked loss, failing to complete a pass on seven attempts. A week later, against a favored Oregon Ducks team, Montez earned Pac-12 Offensive Player of the Week honors.
Montez was the Buffs offense, passing for 33 yards and three touchdowns, while adding another 135 yards and a touchdown on the ground. Combined, it marked a first for the Colorado program.
Steven Montez is the first QB in Colorado history to pass for over 300 and rush for over 100. Had 333 passing, 135 rush #cubuffs
— Brian Howell (@BrianHowell33) September 25, 2016
This is now the second time in four weeks that a Colorado quarterback has been given the honor, with Liufau winning the award in Week 1 against the Colorado State Rams.
The Buffs will be hoping to have Liufau back for their matchup against Oregon State this weekend, where the Buffs are 17-point favorites at home. If not, though, Montez will be plenty ready.
