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Utah Survives Upset Bid, Stays Undefeated at 6-0
18 Oct
Summary
- Utah trailed for the first time this season but rallied for a 27-24 win.
- Quarterback Devon Dampier overcame interceptions to make key plays.
- Utah's defense faltered in the second half after a strong start.
Utah secured a hard-fought 27-24 win against Colorado, preserving its undefeated 6-0 season. The Utes found themselves trailing for the first time this year after a 32-yard field goal by Colorado in the third quarter, putting Utah on upset alert. Quarterback Devon Dampier, who had struggled earlier with two interceptions, became the hero by engineering a critical 43-yard pass completion that set up a go-ahead touchdown.
The Utah defense, which had stifled Colorado in the first half, faltered after halftime. The Buffaloes scored 14 unanswered points, including a 68-yard touchdown pass, and nearly completed a comeback. However, a last-second Hail Mary attempt by Colorado fell incomplete, sealing Utah's victory.
The Utes' offense also faced challenges, particularly in the red zone. Despite controlling possession for significant periods, Utah settled for multiple field goals in the first half, entering halftime with only a 13-0 lead. Their next game is against No. 20 Houston in Salt Lake City.
