Colorado QB's Fatal Crash Reveals Blood Alcohol Level Twice Legal Limit
Colorado quarterback Dominiq Ponder died in a single-car crash near Boulder, with an autopsy revealing his blood alcohol level was .167, more than twice the legal limit for driving under the influence. The crash occurred on March 1 when Ponder lost control of his vehicle, a 2023 Tesla, which hit a guardrail and rolled down an embankment. The Boulder County Coroner’s Office listed multiple blunt force injuries as the cause of death. Ponder was a 23-year-old sophomore who played two games for the Buffaloes last season. His mother, Catrina Hughes, emphasized his legacy as a student-athlete and leader, urging young people to make responsible choices. The Colorado State Patrol is conducting a comprehensive investigation into factors such as speed and impairment. 
