No. 14 Cougars fall to No. 10 Utah after second-half collapse
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Last updated Oct 25, 2026
The No. 14 University of Houston Cougars lost 21-13 to the No. 10 Utah Utes on October 24, 2026, in Salt Lake City. UH held a 10-point lead entering the second half but faltered as Utah's quarterback Devon Dampier led a comeback, accounting for all three touchdowns. The Cougars threw four incomplete passes on their final possession, while Utah extended its lead after forcing a crucial turnover. UH, now 6-2 overall, struggled late in the game, including a failed opportunity to score from close range. Utah improved to 7-0 and took sole possession of first place in the Big 12.
- •UH led 10-0 after a strong third-quarter drive.
- •Dampier recorded 150 rushing yards and two touchdowns.
- •Cougars failed on fourth-and-1 from the Utah 3-yard line.
- •Game featured only three points in the first half.
- •Houston's Patrick Overmyer did not return after an injury.
- 7:00 AMYahoo Sports — UH falters in second half as No. 14 Cougars can't finish in loss to No. 10 Utah
"UH saw a 10-point lead erased in the second half and couldn't come through with chances to take the lead or tie en route to a tough loss to Utah.
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