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When and how did the BYU-Utah football rivalry game become must-see TV for entire nation?

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One of the most memorable games in the century-old BYU-Utah football rivalry — at least for BYU fans — was played 20 years ago this month. After taking an early 14-0 lead, then falling behind 31-27 late in the fourth quarter at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City, the Cougars won 33-31 on a touchdown pass from John Beck to Jonny Harline with no time remaining on the clock.

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