Following another season where the Colorado Buffaloes failed to qualify for the NCAA Tournament, Coach Tad Boyle is hoping the outcome is different in 2026. However, an early projection for the NCAA Tournament does not seem to favor the Buffaloes and climb for Colorado next season. Feb 21, 2026; Boulder, Colorado, USA; Colorado Buffaloes guard Jalin Holland (11) dives for a loose ball in the first half against the Oklahoma State Cowboys at the CU Events Center. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images | Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images Colorado Projected To Miss NCAA Tournament Next Season With a significant amount of transport, portal movement already finished, many analysts have started to hold conferences, rankings, and national rankings. In addition to that, ESPN bracketologist Joe Lunardi revealed his early 2027 NCAA Tournament projection. As of now, Lunardi projects that Colorado will once again miss the tournament and be on the outside looking in.…