No. 10 Utes claim victory over No. 14 Houston in Big 12 clash
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 25, 2026, 8:28 AM
Last updated Oct 25, 2026
The Utah Utes achieved a 21-13 victory against the Houston Cougars at Rice-Eccles Stadium on October 24, 2026, positioning themselves alone at the top of the Big 12 Conference. Quarterback Devon Dampier, despite struggling in the first half, accumulated 354 all-purpose yards and scored two touchdowns, showcasing a more aggressive running style. The win was significant amid losses for other top contenders in the conference, including No. 2 BYU and No. 8 Texas Tech. Utah's ability to adapt on offense proved vital against Houston's defense, which allowed Dampier running lanes to exploit.
- •Utah's win marked its biggest of the season.
- •Devon Dampier faced initial struggles but turned the game around.
- •This victory comes after upsets for BYU and Texas Tech.
- •The game was played in front of a 100th consecutive sellout crowd.
- •Utah now stands alone at the top of the Big 12.
- 8:28 AMYahoo Sports — Analysis: No. 10 Utes sit alone atop Big 12 after statement win over No. 14 Houston
"On a wild Saturday that saw No. 2 BYU and No. 8 Texas Tech both lose, No. 10 Utah delivered a 21-13 statement win over No. 14 Houston.
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