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Colorado Recruiting Trending Upward After Seventh Commitment
- Colorado lands 2026 forward/center Eric Jacobsen, bringing total 2026 commitments to seven for the Buffaloes.
- Jacobsen, a 6-11, 235-pound Albuquerque native, is a three-star center ranked No. 51 at his position in 2026 by Rivals.
- Jacobsen announced his commitment on social media with the caption expressing excitement to join Colorado.
- Portela remains Colorado’s highest-rated recruit in the class at No. 39 among 2026 small forwards.
- Colorado aims to rebound from a 17-16 season and 7-11 Big 12 mark as it eyes an NCAA Tournament return.
- Colorado coach Tad Boyle has led the program since 2010, with expectations to make the NCAA Tournament regularly.
- The 2027 NCAA Tournament field will expand to 76 teams, easing at-large bids for teams like Colorado.
- Eight extra at-large spots in 2027 will go to teams that did not win their conference tournament.
- CORY PAPPAS reinforces his role as a college sports writer covering Colorado and other programs.
- The 2026 class includes multiple players such as Rider Portela and Alex Dickerson, strengthening Colorado’s backcourt and frontcourt options.
- Portela is described as a four-star recruit and top-40 national prospect in 2026 rankings.
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