What happened: Colorado State head coach Jim Mora removed Tyson Summers from his play-calling duties during Saturday's game against Oregon State. Summers subsequently left the field on his own accord and will not return to the program. Associate head coach Kenny McClendon immediately took over the defense.

Why it matters: The unprecedented in-game change follows a severe defensive regression for the Rams, who recently surrendered 41 points to BYU and 59 to UTSA. McClendon's promotion stabilizes a volatile situation that culminated in the former coordinator abandoning the sideline.

What to watch: McClendon takes full control of the defense as Colorado State proceeds with the remainder of its 2026 schedule.