Utah Utes rally past BYU to maintain undefeated record in Holy War

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Utah Utes rally past BYU to maintain undefeated record in Holy War
Summary

The Utah Utes held off a challenge from the BYU Cougars, winning 28-20 in the Holy War on November 7, 2026, at Rice-Eccles Stadium. The victory marked Utah's first 9-0 start since 2008 and extended their winning streak to 15 games, the longest active run in college football. Quarterback Devon Dampier led the Utes with two touchdown passes and two rushing touchdowns. Utah's defense secured the win with four interceptions, including a game-ending pick by Nate Ritchie. The Utes, previously ranked No. 3, will face the Arizona Wildcats next Saturday as they aim to solidify their College Football Playoff aspirations.

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  • •Utah improved to 9-0 with their win over BYU.
  • •Devon Dampier threw for two touchdowns and ran for two more.
  • •Nate Ritchie sealed the win with an interception in the end zone.
  • •This victory ended a three-game losing streak to BYU.
  • •Utah will face Arizona next on November 14, 2026.
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  • 5:23 AMYahoo Sports — Robert Griffin III makes his feelings towards Utah Utes 100% known after win over BYU
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Robert Griffin III has seen enough from the Utah Utes. After Utah held off BYU 28-20 in the Holy War on Saturday at Rice-Eccles Stadium , the former Heisman Trophy winner made a bold case for the Utes. “Utah should be the #1 team in the country,” Griffin wrote on X, formerly Twitter . The Utes certainly have the résumé to back it up. Saturday’s win […] The post Robert Griffin III makes his feelings towards Utah Utes 100% known after win over BYU appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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