The No. 3 ranked Utah Utes enter Saturday's matchup against BYU with an undefeated 8-0 record, seeking to maintain their position at the top of the Big 12. The rivalry game, known as the Holy War, takes place on Nov. 7 at 12:00 PM ET.
Utah's Statistical Strengths
Utah's undefeated season has been marked by strong offensive and defensive performances. The team holds a No. 5 ranking in the Coaches Poll and is ranked 10th in SP+. According to CollegeFootballCharts.com, the Utes' offense is ranked 13th in SP+ and their defense is ranked 22nd.
Offensive Efficiency
The Utes have demonstrated dominance early in their games, winning first halves by an average of 19.1 points. Their offensive efficiency is highlighted by a 60.7% third-down conversion rate, which ranks 1st in the FBS. Additionally, the team is ranked 4th in the FBS for explosive plays, with 16.8% of plays resulting in runs of 12 or more yards or passes of 16 or more yards.
Dampier Leads Offense
Quarterback Devon Dampier has led the Utah offense through eight games, accumulating 1,876 passing yards and 18 passing touchdowns. His season performance includes a 69.6% completion rate and a passer rating of 159.02 through Oct. 31, 2026. In his most recent game on Oct. 31, 2026, Dampier completed 22 of 29 attempts for 260 yards and three touchdowns while throwing one interception.
Recent Results
The upcoming matchup against BYU follows Utah's Week 9 victory at Cincinnati, where they won 49-25 on Oct. 31, 2026. The Utes' path to an undefeated season includes wins over Idaho, Arkansas, Utah State, Iowa State, Kansas, Colorado, Houston, and Cincinnati.
Rivalry Context
The rivalry between Utah and BYU, also referred to as the Battle of the Brothers or the Rumble in the Rockies, remains a focal point of the season. The game is scheduled for Saturday, Nov. 7, and will be broadcast on ABC.