Utah holds off BYU 20-19 to win sixth straight Rivalry Game

Utah Utes linebacker Sharrieff Shah Jr. (32) and teammates celebrate their 20-19 victory over Brigham Young at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2016.

Utah Utes celebrate their win over the Brigham Young Cougars in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2016. Utah won 20-19.

Utah Utes wide receiver Siaosi Wilson (80) takes to the field before facing off against the Brigham Young Cougars during an NCAA football game in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2016.

Brigham Young Cougars quarterback Taysom Hill (7) is tackled short of the goal line in a two-point conversion attempt by the Utah Utes in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2016. Utah won 20-19.

A young Utah Utes fan waves a flag during an NCAA football game against the Brigham Young Cougars in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2016.

A sold-out stadium watches a game between Utah and Brigham Young at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2016.

Brigham Young Cougars linebacker Adam Pulsipher (41) and Utah Utes defensive back Brian Allen (14) tussle in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2016.

Utah Utes linebacker Sunia Tauteoli (19) intercepts a pass intended for Brigham Young Cougars wide receiver Aleva Hifo (88) during an NCAA football game in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2016.

Utah Utes linebacker Sunia Tauteoli (19) intercepts a Brigham Young pass during a game at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2016.

Utah Utes defensive end Hunter Dimick (49) celebrates a hurry and an interception by knocking over a coach in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2016. Utah won 20-19.

Utah Utes quarterback Troy Williams (3) hands the ball off to Utah Utes running back Joe Williams (28) against the Brigham Young Cougars during an NCAA football game in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2016.

Brigham Young Cougars head coach Kalani Sitake calls out to his players during a game at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2016.

Utah Utes wide receiver Tim Patrick (12) celebrates his touchdown against the Brigham Young Cougars in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2016.

Brigham Young Cougars wide receiver Mitchell Juergens (87) throws the ball on a fake field goal play during an NCAA football game in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2016.

Utah Utes players celebrate after linebacker Sunia Tauteoli (19) intercepts a Brigham Young pass during a game at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2016.

Utah Utes defensive end Hunter Dimick (49) celebrates a hurry and an interception in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2016. Utah won 20-19.

Brigham Young Cougars defensive back Dayan Lake (5) celebrates after forcing a turnover against the Utah Utes during an NCAA football game in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2016.

Brigham Young Cougars quarterback Taysom Hill (7) is taken down by Utah Utes linebacker Sunia Tauteoli (19) during a game at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2016.

Brigham Young Cougars and Utah Utes fans cheer in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2016.

Brigham Young Cougars defensive back Dayan Lake (5) celebrates with Brigham Young Cougars linebacker Butch Pau’u (38) after forcing a turnover against the Utah Utes during an NCAA football game in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2016.

Brigham Young Cougars quarterback Taysom Hill (7) celebrates after running the ball in for a touchdown, making the score 20-19 Utah, during a game at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2016.

Brigham Young Cougars head coach Kalani Sitake hugs Ute players after the game in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2016. Utah won 20-19.

Brigham Young Cougars head coach Kalani Sitake celebrates with Brigham Young Cougars linebacker Butch Pau’u (38) after the Cougars forced a turnover against the Utah Utes during an NCAA football game in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2016.

Brigham Young Cougars quarterback Taysom Hill (7) runs the ball in for a touchdown, making the score 20-19 Utah, during a game at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2016.

Brigham Young Cougars quarterback Taysom Hill (7) breaks a tackle but is tackled short of the goal line in a two-point conversion attempt by the Utah Utes in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2016. Utah won 20-19.

Brigham Young Cougars quarterback Taysom Hill (7) celebrates after running the ball in for a touchdown, putting BYU up 13-7 after the PAT, during a game against Utah at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2016.

Brigham Young Cougars offensive lineman Ului Lapuaho (73) runs with the ball as Utah Utes defensive end Hunter Dimick (49) gives chase during an NCAA football game in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2016.

Utah Utes head coach Kyle Whittingham and Brigham Young Cougars head coach Kalani Sitake shake hands after the game in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2016. Utah won 20-19.

Utah Utes offensive lineman Garett Bolles (72) and wide receiver Tim Patrick (12) celebrate after Patrick made a touchdown reception, putting Utah up 14-13 after the PAT, during a game against Brigham Young at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2016.

Utah Utes defensive back Marcus Williams (20) wraps up Brigham Young Cougars wide receiver Jonah Trinnaman (84) during an NCAA football game in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2016.

Utah Utes defensive end Hunter Dimick (49) hurries Brigham Young Cougars quarterback Taysom Hill (7) causing an interception in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2016. Utah won 20-19.

Brigham Young Cougars linebacker Francis Bernard (13) attempts to bring down Utah Utes running back Troy McCormick (4) during an NCAA football game in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2016.

A Brigham Young University cheerleader practices before a game at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2016.

Utah Utes head coach Kyle Whittingham complains to the ref in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2016. Utah won 20-19.

Utah Utes wide receiver Kyle Fulks (6) reacts after dropping a pass against the Brigham Young Cougars during an NCAA football game in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2016.

Lisa Heinze, a 2002 University of Utah alumnus in town from Sydney, Australia, walks to her seat before a game at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2016.

Brigham Young Cougars running back Jamaal Williams (21) and Utah Utes linebacker Cody Barton (30) collide in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2016. Utah won 20-19.

Brigham Young Cougars linebacker Francis Bernard (13) tackles Utah Utes running back Troy McCormick (4) during an NCAA football game in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2016.

Brigham Young University and University of Utah players warm up before a game at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2016.

Brigham Young University players take to the field before a game at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2016.

Utah Utes celebrate their win over the Brigham Young Cougars in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2016. Utah won 20-19.

Brigham Young Cougars wide receiver Colby Pearson (3) looks upfield toward Utah Utes defensive back Marcus Williams (20) during an NCAA football game in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2016.

Utah Utes defensive back Terrell Burgess (26) and defensive back Julian Blackmon (23) leave the field after warming up before a game at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2016.

Brigham Young Cougars defensive back Kai Nacua (12) intercepts a pass intended for Utah Utes wide receiver Demari Simpkins (17) during an NCAA football game in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2016.

Utah Utes head coach Kyle Whittingham talks with his mother Nancy prior to the game with the Brigham Young Cougars in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2016.

University of Utah players huddle in the end zone before a game at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2016.

Brigham Young Cougars defensive back Kai Nacua (12) and Brigham Young Cougars linebacker Francis Bernard (13) celebrate after forcing a turnover against the Utah Utes during an NCAA football game in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2016.

Utah Utes warm up prior to the game with the Brigham Young Cougars in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2016.

Christian Tadgje, a 20-year-old Brigham Young University student, and his father, Jared Tadje, both of Boise, pose for a photo before a game at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2016. Jared Tadje is wearing colors for both teams, as his other son, Jake, is a current University of Utah student.

Brigham Young Cougars defensive back Kai Nacua (12) intercepts a Utah Utes pass in the end zone in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2016.

Utah Utes head coach Kyle Whittingham reacts after his team committed a turnover against the BYU Cougars in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2016.

Utah Utes linebacker Sunia Tauteoli (19) makes an interception and runs it back for a touchdown, putting Utah up 7-0 after the PAT, during a game against Brigham Young at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2016.

Brigham Young Cougars quarterback Taysom Hill (7) gets a pass by Utah Utes defensive end Pita Taumoepenu (50) in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2016.

Utah Utes wide receiver Tyrone Smith (21) stiff arms Brigham Young Cougars defensive back Austin McChesney (27) during an NCAA football game in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2016.

Brigham Young Cougars defensive back Kai Nacua (12) makes a fumble recovery during a game against Utah at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2016.

The Utah Utes take the field in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2016.

Brigham Young Cougars defensive lineman Tevita Mo’Unga (50) lays out for Utah Utes quarterback Troy Williams (3) during an NCAA football game in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2016.

Brigham Young Cougars defensive back Kai Nacua (12) makes an interception in the end zone during a game against Brigham Young at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2016.

Utah Utes defensive end Pita Taumoepenu (50) tries to sack Brigham Young Cougars quarterback Taysom Hill (7) in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2016.

Brigham Young Cougars defensive back Matt Hadley (2) celebrates with Brigham Young Cougars defensive back Kai Nacua (12) after Nacua picked off the Utah Utes during an NCAA football game in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2016.

Brigham Young Cougars quarterback Taysom Hill (7) runs the ball in for a touchdown, putting BYU up 13-7 after the PAT, during a game against Utah at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2016.

Brigham Young Cougars quarterback Taysom Hill (7) scrambles by Utah Utes defensive end Hunter Dimick (49) in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2016.

Brigham Young Cougars running back Jamaal Williams (21) gets past Utah Utes defensive back Justin Thomas (12) during an NCAA football game in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2016.

Brigham Young Cougars quarterback Taysom Hill (7) celebrates after running the ball in for a touchdown, putting BYU up 13-7 after the PAT, during a game against Utah at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2016.

Brigham Young Cougars wide receiver Mitchell Juergens (87) throws a fake punt pass for a first down in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2016.

Brigham Young Cougars wide receiver Mitchell Juergens (87) hauls in a catch over Utah Utes defensive back Justin Thomas (12) during an NCAA football game in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2016.

Brigham Young Cougars wide receiver Moroni Laulu-Pututau (1) and quarterback Taysom Hill (7) celebrate after Hill ran the ball in for a touchdown, putting BYU up 13-7 after the PAT, during a game against Utah at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2016.

Utah Utes fans cheer in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2016.

Brigham Young Cougars quarterback Taysom Hill (7) gets past Utah Utes defensive end Pita Taumoepenu (50) en route to a touchdown during an NCAA football game in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2016.

Utah Utes defensive back Marcus Williams (20) breaks up a pass intended for Brigham Young Cougars wide receiver Mitchell Juergens (87) in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2016.

Utah Utes wide receiver Tim Patrick (12) makes a reception for a first down during a game against Brigham Young at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2016.

Brigham Young Cougars quarterback Taysom Hill (7) tiptoes the sidelines en route to a touchdown against the Utah Utes during an NCAA football game in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2016.

Brigham Young Cougars kick a field goal against the Utah Utes in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2016.

Utah Utes linebacker Cody Barton (30) nearly picks off a pass intended for Brigham Young Cougars wide receiver Mitchell Juergens (87) during a game at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2016.

Brigham Young Cougars linebacker Butch Pau’u (38) forces a fumble by Utah Utes wide receiver Kyle Fulks (6) during an NCAA football game in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2016.

Utah Utes running back Troy McCormick (4) is shoved out of bounds by Brigham Young Cougars defensive back Micah Hannemann (7) in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2016.

Brigham Young players watch the final moments of a game against Utah at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2016.

Brigham Young Cougars players tackle a Utah Utes running back during an NCAA football game in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2016.

Utah Utes defensive end Pita Taumoepenu (50) applauds a play in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2016.

Utah Utes head coach Kyle Whittingham and Brigham Young Cougars head coach Kalani Sitake talk after a game at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2016. Utah won, 20-19.

Utah Utes wide receiver Tim Patrick (12) catches a pass for a touchdown over Brigham Young Cougars defensive back Micah Hannemann (7) during an NCAA football game in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2016.

Brigham Young Cougars defensive back Kai Nacua (12) intercepts a Utah Utes pass in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2016.

Utah Utes head coach Kyle Whittingham celebrates with fans after his team’s 20-19 victory over Brigham Young at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2016.

Utah Utes wide receiver Tim Patrick (12) celebrates his touchdown reception with a teammate during an NCAA football game against the Brigham Young Cougars in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2016.

Brigham Young Cougars running back Algernon Brown (24) is tackled by Utah Utes defensive back Chase Hansen (22) in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2016.

Utah Utes wide receiver Tim Patrick (12) celebrates his touchdown reception with a teammate during an NCAA football game against the Brigham Young Cougars in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2016.

Brigham Young Cougars quarterback Taysom Hill (7) runs the ball during a game against Utah at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2016.

Brigham Young Cougars defensive back Kai Nacua (12) intercepts a Utah Utes pass in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2016.

Brigham Young Cougars quarterback Taysom Hill (7) throws the ball before being brought down by Utah Utes defensive end Pita Taumoepenu (50) during an NCAA football game in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2016. Utah defeated BYU 20-19 for its sixth-consecutive win.

Brigham Young Cougars defensive back Michael Davis (15) breaks up a pass intended for Utah Utes wide receiver Tyrone Smith (21) during a game at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2016.

Utah Utes quarterback Troy Williams (3) is tackled by Brigham Young Cougars defensive back Dayan Lake (5) in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2016.

Utah Utes defensive back Marcus Williams (20) closes in to bring down Brigham Young Cougars quarterback Taysom Hill (7) before he scores on a two-point try during an NCAA football game in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2016. Utah defeated BYU 20-19 for its sixth-consecutive win.

Utah Utes running back Troy McCormick (4) carries the ball for a first down during a game against Brigham Young at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2016.

Utah Utes quarterback Troy Williams (3) pitches the ball in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2016.

Brigham Young Cougars quarterback Taysom Hill (7) celebrates his touchdown against the Utah Utes during an NCAA football game in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2016. Utah defeated BYU 20-19 for its sixth-consecutive win.

Utah Utes offensive lineman Johnny Capra (73) runs the ball during a game at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2016.

Brigham Young Cougars quarterback Taysom Hill (7) scores a touchdown at the end of the game against Utah in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2016. Utah won 20-19.

Utah Utes head coach Kyle Whittingham gives high fives to his players after they made a goalline stand to keep the lead against the Brigham Young Cougars during an NCAA football game in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2016. Utah defeated BYU 20-19 for its sixth-consecutive win.

Utah Utes quarterback Troy Williams (3) runs the ball during a game against Utah at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2016.

The Utes win 20-19 in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2016.

Utah Utes defensive back Reginald Porter (29) celebrates after intercepting a pass against the Brigham Young Cougars during an NCAA football game in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2016. Utah defeated BYU 20-19 for its sixth-consecutive win.

Utah Utes quarterback Troy Williams (3) runs the ball for a first down during a game against Brigham Young at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2016.

Former Utah Utes coach Ron McBride watches in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2016. Utah won 20-19.

Brigham Young Cougars head coach Kalani Sitake reacts after a BYU player was ejected for targeting against the Utah Utes during an NCAA football game in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2016. Utah defeated BYU 20-19 for its sixth-consecutive win.

Utah Utes running back Zack Moss (2) carries the ball during the game against Brigham Young at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2016.

Brigham Young Cougars wide receiver Mitchell Juergens (87) falls short of a pass, leading to a fourth down during a game against Utah at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2016.

Brigham Young Cougars quarterback Taysom Hill (7) is hurried in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2016. Utah won 20-19.

Utah Utes defensive end Pita Taumoepenu (50) grabs the face mask of Brigham Young Cougars running back Jamaal Williams (21) during an NCAA football game in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2016. Utah defeated BYU 20-19 for its sixth-consecutive win.

Brigham Young Cougars quarterback Taysom Hill (7) celebrates his touchdown against Utah in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2016. Utah won 20-19.

Brigham Young Cougars defensive back Kai Nacua (12) leaves the field after being ejected for targeting against the Utah Utes during an NCAA football game in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2016. Utah defeated BYU 20-19 for its sixth-consecutive win.

Brigham Young Cougars defensive back Matt Hadley (2) signals the possession after BYU recovered a muffed punt by the Utah Utes during an NCAA football game in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2016. Utah defeated BYU 20-19 for its sixth-consecutive win.

Brigham Young Cougars defensive back Michael Davis (15) holds up the ball after recovering a muffed punt by the Utah Utes during an NCAA football game in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2016. Utah defeated BYU 20-19 for its sixth-consecutive win.

Brigham Young Cougars head coach Kalani Sitake reacts to a call against the Utah Utes during an NCAA football game in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2016. Utah defeated BYU 20-19 for its sixth-consecutive win.

Brigham Young Cougars offensive lineman Corbin Kaufusi (90) elevates in an attempt to block a field goal during an NCAA football game against the Utah Utes in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2016. Utah defeated BYU 20-19 for its sixth-consecutive win.

Utah Utes fans hold up signs during an NCAA football game against the Brigham Young Cougars in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2016. Utah defeated BYU 20-19 for its sixth-consecutive win.

Brigham Young Cougars quarterback Taysom Hill (7) throws the ball against the Utah Utes during an NCAA football game in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2016. Utah defeated BYU 20-19 for its sixth-consecutive win.

Utah Utes linebacker Sunia Tauteoli (19) brings down Brigham Young Cougars quarterback Taysom Hill (7) during an NCAA football game in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2016. Utah defeated BYU 20-19 for its sixth-consecutive win.

Utah Utes defensive back Boobie Hobbs (1) salutes the crowd after an NCAA football game against the Brigham Young Cougars in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2016. Utah defeated BYU 20-19 for its sixth-consecutive win.

Utah Utes defensive back Boobie Hobbs (1) celebrates after an NCAA football game against the Brigham Young Cougars in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2016. Utah defeated BYU 20-19 for its sixth-consecutive win.

Utah Utes offensive lineman Isaac Asiata (54) holds the rivalry trophy after an NCAA football game against the Brigham Young Cougars in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2016. Utah defeated BYU 20-19 for its sixth-consecutive win.