No. 3 Utah holds off No. 7 BYU to remain undefeated
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 8, 2026, 1:45 AM
Last updated Nov 8, 2026
No. 3 Utah defeated No. 7 BYU 28-20 in Salt Lake City on Saturday, marking the Utes' first win in the Holy War rivalry after three consecutive losses. Quarterback Devon Dampier contributed four touchdowns, with two passing and two rushing, as Utah outscored BYU in the second half and intercepted four passes. BYU, despite a strong start and 272 passing yards from quarterback Bear Bachmeier, struggled in the end zone, including two costly interceptions in the fourth quarter, limiting their scoring opportunities. The Utes improved to 9-0 overall, while BYU fell to 7-2.
- •Utah captured its first win against BYU since 2023.
- •Dampier totaled 264 yards of offense and four touchdowns.
- •Utah intercepted Bachmeier four times, critical in the second half.
- •BYU was shut out in the second half after leading at halftime.
- •Utah improves to 9-0, while BYU drops to 7-2.
- 1:45 AMYahoo Sports — No. 3 Utah stays perfect, ends Holy War skid against No. 7 BYU
"SALT LAKE CITY (AP) — Devon Dampier accounted for four touchdowns, Utah intercepted four Bear Bachmeier passes and the third-ranked Utes remained undefeated with a 28-20 victory over No.Dampier hurt the Cougars with with his arm and legs, finishing with 264 yards of offense to help the Utes (9-0, 6-0 Big 12, No.
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