The No. 3 ranked Utah football team will host the No. 7 ranked BYU Cougars on Saturday, Nov. 7, in a matchup that marks the first time both teams have entered a rivalry game ranked inside the Top 10. The game is scheduled to kick off at 10 a.m. MT at Rice-Eccles Stadium and will be broadcast nationally on ABC.
Rivalry History and Rankings
The highly anticipated meeting in Salt Lake City follows Utah's recent victory over Cincinnati on Saturday, Oct. 31, which moved the Utes to an 8-0 season record. As the Utes enter the game with an 8-0 record and a 5-0 Big 12 record, BYU arrives with a 7-1 record and a 4-1 Big 12 record. This season marks the third time the two programs have met as members of the Big 12 Conference.
Utah holds a 62-37-4 advantage in the all-time series between the two programs. The rivalry's recent history includes a 22-21 victory for BYU on Nov. 9, 2024, and a 26-17 victory for BYU on Nov. 9, 2025. The most recent meeting prior to this season resulted in a 21-21 tie on Oct. 18, 2025.
Broadcast and Viewing Details
The kickoff time for the matchup was finalized following the conclusion of games on Oct. 31, which allowed the network designation to be determined. While earlier reports from Oct. 26 indicated the game might air on either ABC or ESPN, the University of Utah and BYU have both confirmed the broadcast will be on ABC.
In addition to the television broadcast, the game will be available on ESPN 700 AM and 92.1 FM. BYU Radio will also provide coverage via SiriusXM 166, BYURadio.org, the BYU Radio app, and KSL Newsradio 102.7 FM/1160 AM.
Utah Team Statistics
Utah's undefeated start to the season marks the first time the program has opened with eight straight victories since 2010. This is the sixth time in program history the Utes have achieved an 8-0 start, following similar campaigns in 1930, 1994, 2004, 2008, and 2010.
Quarterback Devon Dampier has become the all-time leading rusher for a quarterback at Cincinnati, recording 1,228 career rushing yards. Dampier currently holds a .900 winning percentage as a starter over the last two seasons and is the only FBS quarterback to both pass and rush for 150 yards against a ranked opponent in 2026.
Defensively, Utah has allowed only 102 total points this season, averaging 15.9 points per game. The team's passing efficiency defense ranks sixth in the FBS and leads the Big 12 with an efficiency rating of 105.96. Additionally, Utah has recorded 200+ passing yards and 130+ rushing yards in all eight games played this season.
Key Player Contributions
The matchup features several key players contributing to the high-stakes game. For Utah, standout performers include Wayshawn Parker, who has recorded 726 rushing yards, and Braden Pegan, who has accumulated 505 receiving yards.
BYU enters the game following a season of significant success, looking to maintain its position as the No. 7 team in the nation. The Cougars will look to challenge a Utah defense that has been a dominant force in the Big 12 throughout the 2026 campaign.
Game Day Traditions
The game is being designated as a 'Military Appreciation' event and will feature a 'Red Out' theme at Rice-Eccles Stadium. The University of Utah Athletics department has also released information regarding the game center and stadium HQ features available via the Utah 360 app.
Looking Ahead
As the rivalry continues, the stakes for both teams are elevated by their national rankings. The 104th meeting between the Utes and the Cougars will be a central focus for the Big 12 Conference and college football fans nationwide.
