Utah Utes beat BYU, ESPN analysts doubt title chances
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 12, 2026, 2:21 AM
Last updated Nov 12, 2026
Utah Utes defeated BYU 28-20 on November 11, 2026, but ESPN analysts cast doubt on their national championship aspirations. Heather Dinich pointed to prior struggles, while Paul Finebaum dismissed their chances outright. Despite the win, Dinich noted BYU's mistakes, including four interceptions. Utah remains unbeaten in the Big 12 with a 9-0 record and is ranked No. 2 in the AP Poll. The Utes control their playoff destiny with key games ahead against Arizona and Texas.
- •Utah Utes win 28-20 against BYU.
- •The Utes are 9-0 and rank No. 2 in the AP Top 25.
- •ESPN analysts doubt Utah's ability to secure a national title.
- •Remaining schedule includes a game against Arizona and Texas.
- •BYU committed four interceptions in the loss.
- 2:21 AMYahoo Sports — ESPN Analysts Mocks Utah Title Hopes After BYU Win
"Utah Utes beat BYU but ESPN says they can't win a title. See what analysts said and why the Utes still control their destiny in the Big 12.
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