[1][2] Colorado was the runner-up in the Big Seven Conference in 1956; they played in the Orange Bowl over national champion Oklahoma due to a Big Seven rule at the time not permitting consecutive bowl appearances.
[1] John Bayuk led the Buffaloes to a 20–0 halftime lead, beginning with his 2-yard run.
Strangely, Clemson elected to onside kick the ball, which Colorado recovered.
The Buffaloes drove 53 yards in 8 plays and concluded with a John Bayuk touchdown to take the lead once again.
However, Bob Stransky intercepted Charlie Bussey's pass, sealing the win for Colorado.