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Utah Utes claim victory over BYU Cougars in rivalry matchup

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Last updated Nov 8, 2026

Utah Utes claim victory over BYU Cougars in rivalry matchup

Summary

The Utah Utes defeated the BYU Cougars 28-20 in a college football game at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City on November 7, 2026. Utah's defense played a key role, intercepting BYU quarterback Bear Bachmeier four times. Utah built a quick 14-0 lead before BYU responded with a 20-point run. However, Utah regained the lead and held on for the victory despite BYU’s two fumble recoveries.

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By the Numbers

•Utah's defense intercepted BYU four times during the game.
•Devon Dampier contributed with both passing and rushing yardage.
•BYU's comeback efforts were hampered by penalties and turnovers.
•The rivalry game took place in the morning instead of its usual night slot.

Latest Updates

8:52 AMYahoo Sports — Utes come back to beat BYU in rivalry showdown, 28-20
12:24 AMYahoo Sports — Utah turns the Holy War into a playoff statement
10:52 PMYahoo Sports — 3 takeaways from Utah’s rivalry game victory over BYU

What they're saying

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SALT LAKE CITY (ABC4 Sports) – The 3-game losing streak to BYU ends, and the 15-game winning streak continues for the Utes football team. The Utah defense picked off BYU quarterback Bear Bachmeier four times, including the game-sealing interception with two seconds left by Nate Ritchie to preserve a 28-20 win in front of a […]
— Yahoo Sports

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The Utes stayed unbeaten by winning a rivalry game that demanded patience, toughness and four takeaways. BYU’s four interceptions turned a promising afternoon into a painful setback.
— Yahoo Sports