The Walk-On Who Earned His Shot | Colorado Buffaloes Football News

Ben Finneseth, a walk-on who hated football and thought he was the worst player, stayed with Colorado under Coach Prime through massive roster upheaval. Despite the chaos, he kept grinding — moving from special teams to defense, earning his spot through relentless effort. His dedication paid off when Coach Prime awarded him a scholarship before the spring game, highlighting that loyalty and hard work still matter. Finneseth played in all 13 games in 2024, made 12 tackles, and is poised for a bigger role in 2026 as the Buffs rebuild. His story embodies the culture Coach Prime is building: trust, communication, and the power of showing up every day — even when no one’s watching. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/d744946ccfa8aa83