Colorado QB depth chart: Why Ryan Staub was named Week 3 starter

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Colorado QB depth chart: Why Ryan Staub was named Week 3 starter

As Colorado begins Big 12 play vs. Houston, the Buffs will have a new starter at quarterback in Ryan Staub. Although he started the season as Colorado's third-string quarterback, he's been elevated to the No. 1 spot on the depth chart.

The decision comes as the Buffs are 1-1 to start the year, with a Week 1 loss to Georgia Tech and a home victory over Delaware.

Let's take a look at Deion Sanders' decision to start Staub in Week 3, and what it could mean for Colorado moving forward.

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Why is Ryan Staub starting for Colorado?

The decision to switch to Staub appears to come after a strong perform