Highlights, key plays and photos from No. 15 BYU’s thrilling win over No. 23 Utah

The Cougars scored twice in the fourth quarter and forced two turnovers to beat the Utes

Published: Oct 18, 2025, 5:56 p.m. MDT

BYU and Utah play at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. Scott G Winterton, Deseret News

Brandon covers sports for the Deseret News, with an emphasis on the University of Utah and the NFL.

The Deseret News is providing live coverage of Saturday’s game between No. 15 BYU and No. 23 Utah. Check back for updates throughout the game.

Final score

No. 15 BYU 24, No. 23 Utah 21

Make that three straight wins in the BYU-Utah rivalry for the Cougars.

Bear Bachmeier gave BYU a 10-point lead with 4:22 to play, taking a QB draw up the middle and fighting his way for a 22-yard touchdown run.

That ended up being the game-clincher, as the No. 15 Cougars topped the No. 23 Utes in only the fourth matchup in the rivalry

That came after Utah briefly took the lead in the first minute of the fourth quarter on a 49-yard Daniel Bray touchdown run to go up 14-10.

The Cougars responded with a scoring drive of their own, retaking the lead at 17-14 on a Parker Kingston 12-yard run.

Then, after a critical Tanner Wall interception on the ensuing drive, Bachmeier scored the momentum-building touchdown to finally make it a double-digit game.

Utah added a late touchdown to make it interesting.

The Utes lost despite outgaining BYU in total yards, 470 to 370.

Utah lost the turnover battle, 2-0, and was 1 of 5 on fourth down plays, which included coming up short twice in the red zone.

Fourth quarter

BYU 24, Utah 21

1:24 — Utah still has life, thanks to a 71-yard touchdown drive that finished with Larry Simmons catching a 2-yard touchdown. BYU 24, Utah 21.

Utah makes it a 3-point game with 1:24 left on the clock 👀

Who is coming out on top? pic.twitter.com/TYxlt4zmL5
— FOX College Football (@CFBONFOX) October 19, 2025

JJ Buchanan made an incredible 31-yard catch to start the possession, and the Utes were aided by a few BYU penalties to extend the drive.

4:22 — Bear Bachmeier put BYU on his back — as well as a handful of Utah defenders — to give the Cougars their first double-digit lead of the night.

Facing a third-and-10 Bachmeier took a QB drew up the middle and muscled his way for a 22-yard touchdown, as the Cougars again capitalized on a Utah turnover. BYU 24, Utah 14.

THERE'S A BEAR ON THE LOOSE IN PROVO 🐻🔥@BYUFootball pic.twitter.com/MnjRfYa2Tr
— FOX College Football (@CFBONFOX) October 19, 2025

9:24 — The Cougars forced their second turnover of the game, this time courtesy of the defense.

Tanner Wall went high over the intended receiver, Daniel Bray, to pick off a deep Devon Dampier pass, giving BYU the ball at its own 36 and with a three-point lead.

PICKED OFF@BYUFootball's defense makes another big time play! pic.twitter.com/6Lc0KkYiIn
— FOX College Football (@CFBONFOX) October 19, 2025

11:19 — BYU had an answer for Utah’s touchdown, scoring its first touchdown since the second quarter.

Parker Kingston put the Cougars back ahead with a 12-yard touchdown run, capping an 81-yard drive that was aided by a targeting penalty on Utah linebacker Lander Barton. BYU 17, Utah 14.

KINGSTON TAKES IT IN FOR THE TD @BYUFootball takes the lead right back pic.twitter.com/FwSw1yb4H1
— FOX College Football (@CFBONFOX) October 19, 2025

Barton was ejected for the targeting call. That’s a big loss for the Utes’ defense, and on the next play was when Kingston scored.

14:11 — Utah is in front for the first time tonight, thanks to one of its freshman sensations.

The speedy Daniel Bray broke free for a 49-yard touchdown run, capping a 90-yard, nine-play drive for Utah’s second touchdown of the night. Utah 14, BYU 10.

DANIEL BRAY TO THE HOUSE @Utah_Football takes the lead in Provo 🔥🙌 pic.twitter.com/kwbcbMUjFN
— FOX College Football (@CFBONFOX) October 19, 2025

Third quarter

BYU 10, Utah 7

8:47 — BYU came up with another fourth-down stop inside the red zone.

Utah marched the ball down inside the 20 and opted to go for it on a fourth-and-8 from the Cougars 8. Devon Dampier gained 2 yards on the QB draw, but it came up short and cost the Utes another scoring opportunity.

BYU STOPS UTAH AGAIN ON 4TH DOWN

Down three, Utah decides to go for it rather than kick and fails to convert @BYUFootball pic.twitter.com/nMemxKi3kd
— FOX College Football (@CFBONFOX) October 19, 2025

Halftime

BYU 10, Utah 7

The predictions that this one would be close are proving true.

Both teams have a long touchdown drive, and BYU capitalized on a Utah turnover to score three points in the first half’s final seconds to go back ahead.

The Utes have 238 yards of total offense to 184 for BYU, with Utah owning a 142-86 edge in rushing yards.

The defenses have played well on both sides — BYU and Utah have both been stopped on fourth-down attempts — but the Utes been a bit more sloppy. Utah has the game’s only turnover and has six penalties for 29 yards, while the Cougars haven’t been flagged for a penalty yet.

BYU head coach Kalani Sitake and Utah head coach Kyle Whittingham talk prior to BYU and Utah playing at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. | Scott G Winterton, Deseret News

BYU quarterback Bear Bachmeier (47) jumps over Utah defensive tackle Pupu Sepulona (45) and Utah cornerback Elijah Davis (9) during a run into the endzone for a rushing touchdown as BYU and Utah play at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. | Scott G Winterton, Deseret News

With his right ankle heavily taped, Utah quarterback Devon Dampier (4) sets to deliver a pass as BYU and Utah play at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. | Scott G Winterton, Deseret News

The time left in a timeout is shown as BYU and Utah play at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. | Scott G Winterton, Deseret News

Officials review a hit as BYU and Utah play at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. | Scott G Winterton, Deseret News

BYU quarterback Bear Bachmeier (47) is swarmed by teammates after scoring a rushing touchdown as BYU and Utah play at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. | Scott G Winterton, Deseret News

BYU cheerleaders walk into the stadium prior to BYU and Utah playing at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. | Scott G Winterton, Deseret News

BYU running back LJ Martin (4) makes a cut as he runs as BYU and Utah play at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. | Scott G Winterton, Deseret News

BYU tight end Carsen Ryan (20) avoids Utah linebacker Levani Damuni (3) as he runs as they play at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. | Scott G Winterton, Deseret News

BYU linebackers Siale Esera (54) and Bodie Schoonover (48) celebrate an effective rush on Utah quarterback Devon Dampier (4) as they play at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. | Scott G Winterton, Deseret News

Utah quarterback Byrd Ficklin (15) runs off the field as BYU and Utah play at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. | Scott G Winterton, Deseret News

BYU safety Tanner Wall (28) turns as Utah quarterback Byrd Ficklin (15) yells in celebration after a powerful run as BYU and Utah play at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. | Scott G Winterton, Deseret News

Utah quarterback Byrd Ficklin (15) drags a few BYU players during a run as BYU and Utah play at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. | Scott G Winterton, Deseret News

BYU quarterback Bear Bachmeier (47) passes the ball as BYU and Utah play at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. | Scott G Winterton, Deseret News

Utah quarterback Byrd Ficklin (15) drags a couple BYU players during a run as BYU and Utah play at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. | Scott G Winterton, Deseret News

Utah quarterback Devon Dampier (4) passes the ball just before BYU linebacker Bodie Schoonover (48) gets to him as they play at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. | Scott G Winterton, Deseret News

Utah quarterback Devon Dampier (4) cuts back with the ball as BYU safety Faletau Satuala (11) cuts him off as they play at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. | Scott G Winterton, Deseret News

BYU defensive tackle Keanu Tanuvasa (57) calls for cheers from the fans as BYU and Utah play at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. | Scott G Winterton, Deseret News

BYU quarterback Bear Bachmeier (47) gives the play to the offense as BYU and Utah play at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. | Scott G Winterton, Deseret News

Utah tight end Otto Tia (89) celebrates as BYU and Utah play at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. | Scott G Winterton, Deseret News

BYU quarterback Bear Bachmeier (47) hands off to BYU running back LJ Martin (4) as BYU and Utah play at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. | Scott G Winterton, Deseret News

BYU wide receiver Chase Roberts (2) runs in the open field as the Cougars and Utah play at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. | Scott G Winterton, Deseret News

BYU quarterback Bear Bachmeier (47) runs into Utah cornerback Elijah Davis (9) on a run up the middle as BYU and Utah play at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. | Scott G Winterton, Deseret News

BYU quarterback Bear Bachmeier (47) runs up the middle as BYU and Utah play at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. | Scott G Winterton, Deseret News

BYU running back LJ Martin (4) splits Utah safety Tao Johnson (5) and Utah safety Jackson Bennee (23) during a run as BYU and Utah play at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. | Scott G Winterton, Deseret News

BYU quarterback Bear Bachmeier (47) eyes Utah safety Jackson Bennee (23) just before jumping over him during a run as BYU and Utah play at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. | Scott G Winterton, Deseret News

The BYU offense steps to the line as they and Utah play at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. | Scott G Winterton, Deseret News

BYU students cheer as BYU and Utah play at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. | Scott G Winterton, Deseret News

Utah cheerleaders perform as BYU and Utah play at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. | Scott G Winterton, Deseret News

BYU quarterback Bear Bachmeier (47) gets into open field on a run as BYU and Utah play at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. | Scott G Winterton, Deseret News

Utah head coach Kyle Whittingham and BYU head coach Kalani Sitake hug after the game as BYU defeats Utah 24-21 at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. | Scott G Winterton, Deseret News

Fans rush the field after the game as BYU defeats Utah 24-21 at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. | Scott G Winterton, Deseret News

BYU head coach Kalani Sitake is swarmed by fans after the game as BYU defeats Utah 24-21 at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. | Scott G Winterton, Deseret News

Utah running back Daniel Bray (13) celebrates after scoring a touchdown as BYU and Utah play at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. | Scott G Winterton, Deseret News

BYU wide receiver Parker Kingston (11) jumps into the end zone for a touchdown just ahead of Utah linebacker Levani Damuni (3) as BYU and Utah play at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. | Scott G Winterton, Deseret News

BYU fans cheer as BYU and Utah play at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. BYU won 24-21. | Scott G Winterton, Deseret News

A BYU fan cheers as BYU and Utah play at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. BYU won 24-21. | Scott G Winterton, Deseret News

BYU defensive back Evan Johnson (0) is hit with a pass interference call in the end zone on Utah wide receiver Tobias Merriweather (18) as BYU and Utah play at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. | Scott G Winterton, Deseret News

BYU defensive back Evan Johnson (0) argues his case with an official after being called for a pass interference call in the end zone on Utah wide receiver Tobias Merriweather (18) as BYU and Utah play at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. | Scott G Winterton, Deseret News

Utah quarterback Devon Dampier (4) spins after taking the snap and looks downfield as BYU and Utah play at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. | Scott G Winterton, Deseret News

Utah tight end Dallen Bentley (88) fumbles the ball into the eager hands of Utah wide receiver Tobias Merriweather (18) as BYU and Utah play at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. | Scott G Winterton, Deseret News

BYU wide receiver Chase Roberts (2) and Utah cornerback Smith Snowden (2) crash to the turf after Snowden disrupted the pass as BYU and Utah play at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. | Scott G Winterton, Deseret News

Utah running back Daniel Bray (13) sprints into the open field and around the outside on his way in for a touchdown as BYU and Utah play at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. | Scott G Winterton, Deseret News

Utah running back Daniel Bray (13) sprints down the sideline for a touchdown as BYU and Utah play at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. | Scott G Winterton, Deseret News

Utah running back Daniel Bray (13) sprints in for a touchdown as BYU and Utah play at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. | Scott G Winterton, Deseret News

A Utah fan screams at the officials as BYU and Utah play at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. | Scott G Winterton, Deseret News

Dejected Utah fans watch as BYU and Utah play at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. | Scott G Winterton, Deseret News

A dejected Utah fan watches as BYU and Utah play at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. | Scott G Winterton, Deseret News

BYU fans cheer as they watch BYU and Utah play at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. | Scott G Winterton, Deseret News

Utah head coach Kyle Whittingham yells at the officials during the game as BYU and Utah play at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. | Scott G Winterton, Deseret News

BYU tight end Carsen Ryan (20) dives over Utah cornerback Elijah Davis (9) as BYU and Utah play at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. | Scott G Winterton, Deseret News

BYU safety Tanner Wall (28) intercepts a pass over Utah running back Daniel Bray (13) as BYU and Utah play at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. | Scott G Winterton, Deseret News

Utah linebacker Levani Damuni (3) just gets enough of the foot of BYU running back LJ Martin (4) to bring him down as BYU and Utah play at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. | Scott G Winterton, Deseret News

Utah head coach Kyle Whittingham yells at the official after no penalty was called after Utah running back Wayshawn Parker (1) was shoved by BYU defensive tackle John Taumoepeau (55) at BYU and Utah play at Lavell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. | Scott G Winterton, Deseret News

Utah head coach Kyle Whittingham yells at the officials after no penalty was called after Utah running back Wayshawn Parker (1) was shoved by BYU defensive tackle John Taumoepeau (55) at BYU and Utah play at Lavell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. | Scott G Winterton, Deseret News

Utah head coach Kyle Whittingham runs down field yelling after no penalty was called after Utah running back Wayshawn Parker (1) was shoved by BYU defensive tackle John Taumoepeau (55) at BYU and Utah play at Lavell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. | Scott G Winterton, Deseret News

Utah running back Wayshawn Parker (1) falls to the field after getting shoved by BYU defensive tackle John Taumoepeau (55) at BYU and Utah play at Lavell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. | Scott G Winterton, Deseret News

BYU tight end Carsen Ryan (20) points downfield after gaining a first down as BYU and Utah play at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. | Scott G Winterton, Deseret News

BYU running back LJ Martin (4) races downfield with the ball and eyes Utah safety Jackson Bennee (23) as BYU and Utah play at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. | Scott G Winterton, Deseret News

BYU cornerback Tayvion Beasley (15) tries to knock the ball away from Utah tight end JJ Buchanan (81) as BYU and Utah play at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. | Scott G Winterton, Deseret News

Utah quarterback Devon Dampier (4) passes the ball during the second half of the game against BYU at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. | Rio Giancarlo, Deseret News

BYU quarterback Bear Bachmeier (47) passes the ball during the second half of the game against of the game against Utah at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. | Rio Giancarlo, Deseret News

BYU mens basketball star AJ Dybantsa, center, sways with the crowd during “power” in between the third and fourth quarter of the game between BYU and Utah at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. | Rio Giancarlo, Deseret News

BYU defensive tackle Keanu Tanuvasa (57) hypes up the crowd second half of the game against Utah at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. | Rio Giancarlo, Deseret News

BYU head coach Kalani Sitake yells out to his players during the second half of the game against Utah at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. | Rio Giancarlo, Deseret News

Utah running back Daniel Bray (13) runs with the ball during the second half of the game against BYU at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. | Rio Giancarlo, Deseret News

BYU wide receiver Parker Kingston (11) avoids the tackle by Utah linebacker Levani Damuni (3) and slips into the end zone for a touchdown during the second half of the game at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. | Rio Giancarlo, Deseret News

BYU running back LJ Martin (4) breaks a tackle by Utah defensive end John Henry Daley (90) during the second half of the game at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. | Rio Giancarlo, Deseret News

Utah running back Daniel Bray (13) runs into the end zone for a touchdown during the second half of the game against BYU at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. | Rio Giancarlo, Deseret News

BYU tight end Carsen Ryan (20) slips out of reach of Utah linebacker Levani Damuni (3) as he carries the ball after a catch during the second half of the game at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. | Rio Giancarlo, Deseret News

BYU quarterback Bear Bachmeier (47) scrambles during the second half of the game against Utah at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. | Rio Giancarlo, Deseret News

BYU tight end Carsen Ryan (20) points after converting a first down during the second half of the game against Utah at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. | Rio Giancarlo, Deseret News

BYU quarterback Bear Bachmeier (47) is shoved into the end zone by his teammates during the second half of the game against against Utah at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. | Rio Giancarlo, Deseret News

BYU quarterback Bear Bachmeier (47) breaks a tackle by Utah defensive tackle Pupu Sepulona (45) during the second half of the game at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. | Rio Giancarlo, Deseret News

BYU running back LJ Martin (4) celebrates after scoring a rushing touchdown during the second half of the game against Utah at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. | Rio Giancarlo, Deseret News

Utah quarterback Devon Dampier (4) is pressured by BYU linebacker Jack Kelly (17) during the fourth quarter of the game at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. | Rio Giancarlo, Deseret News

Utah fans leave the stadium early as BYU leads 24-14 during the fourth quarter of the game at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. | Rio Giancarlo, Deseret News

Utah cornerback Blake Cotton (16) breaks up a pass intended for BYU wide receiver Chase Roberts (2) during the fourth quarter of the game at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. | Rio Giancarlo, Deseret News

Utah quarterback Devon Dampier (4) passes the ball during the fourth quarter of the game against BYU at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. | Rio Giancarlo, Deseret News

Utah wide receiver Larry Simmons (12) catches a pass for a touchdown during the fourth quarter of the game against BYU at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. | Rio Giancarlo, Deseret News

Fans prepare to rush the field as BYU defeats Utah 24-21 at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. | Rio Giancarlo, Deseret News

Fans rush the field as BYU defeats Utah 24-21 at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. | Rio Giancarlo, Deseret News

A BYU fan makes an upside-down “U” with their fingers as Utah players head to the locker room while fans rush the field as BYU defeats Utah 24-21 at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. | Rio Giancarlo, Deseret News

BYU president Shane Reese crowd surfs after BYU fans rushed the field after BYU defeated Utah 24-21 at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. | Rio Giancarlo, Deseret News

BYU fans wave goodbye to Utah fans after rushing the field at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. | Rio Giancarlo, Deseret News

BYU quarterback Bear Bachmeier (47) dives for a first down during the second quarter of the game against Utah at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. | Rio Giancarlo, Deseret News

Utah wide receiver Ryan Davis (9) makes a catch against BYU cornerback Therrian Alexander (1) during the first quarter of the game at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. | Rio Giancarlo, Deseret News

BYU linebacker Jack Kelly (17) hypes up the crows during the first quarter of the game against Utah at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. | Rio Giancarlo, Deseret News

Utah quarterback Devon Dampier (4) scrambles during the first half of the game against BYU at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. | Rio Giancarlo, Deseret News

BYU wide receiver Chase Roberts (2) celebrates after scoring a receiving touchdown during the first quarter of the game against Utah at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. | Rio Giancarlo, Deseret News

Utah wide receiver Ryan Davis (9) catches the ball for a touchdown during the second quarter of the game against BYU at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. | Rio Giancarlo, Deseret News

Utah fans cheer for the camera before the game against BYU at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. | Rio Giancarlo, Deseret News

The Cougarettes perform in between quarters during the first half of the game between BYU and Utah at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. | Rio Giancarlo, Deseret News

BYU punter Sam Vander Haar (35) celebrates with kicker Will Ferrin (44) after Ferrin made a field goal during the second quarter of the game against Utah at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. | Rio Giancarlo, Deseret News

Fans yell first quarter of the game between BYU and Utah at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. | Rio Giancarlo, Deseret News

Utah wide receiver Ryan Davis (9) catches a pass during the first quarter of the game against BYU at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. | Rio Giancarlo, Deseret News

BYU cornerback Mory Bamba (4) jumps in celebration with cornerback Therrian Alexander (1) after making a stop on fourth down during the first quarter of the game against Utah at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. | Rio Giancarlo, Deseret News

BYU players kneel in prayer as Utah takes the field before the game at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. | Rio Giancarlo, Deseret News

BYU quarterback Bear Bachmeier (47) runs with the ball during the first quarter of the game against Utah at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. | Rio Giancarlo, Deseret News

BYU wide receiver Chase Roberts (2) makes a catch over Utah cornerback Elijah Davis (9) during the second quarter of the game at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. | Rio Giancarlo, Deseret News

BYU wide receiver Chase Roberts (2) yells in celebration after scoring a receiving touchdown during the second quarter of the game against Utah at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. | Rio Giancarlo, Deseret News

BYU kicker Will Ferrin (44) kicks a field goal to take a 10-7 lead over Utah during the second quarter of the game at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. | Rio Giancarlo, Deseret News

BYU running back Preston Rex (12) runs against Utah linebacker Trey Reynolds (37) during the first quarter of the game at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. | Rio Giancarlo, Deseret News

BYU defensive end Hunter Clegg (90) celebrates after sacking Utah quarterback Devon Dampier (4) during the first quarter of the game at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. | Rio Giancarlo, Deseret News

BYU quarterback Bear Bachmeier (47) is sacked by Utah defensive tackle Aliki Vimahi (95) during the first half of the game at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. | Rio Giancarlo, Deseret News

Utah head coach Kyle Whittingham looks on during the first half of the game against BYU at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. | Rio Giancarlo, Deseret News

Utah defensive tackle Semi Taulanga (99) runs with the ball against BYU cornerback Mory Bamba (4) after lining up as a wide receiver during the first half at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. | Rio Giancarlo, Deseret News

Utah wide receiver Mana Carvalho (28) muffs a punt during the second quarter of the game against BYU at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. | Rio Giancarlo, Deseret News

Utah quarterback Devon Dampier (4) looks for an open receiver to pass to as BYU and Utah play at Lavell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. | Scott G Winterton, Deseret News

Utah safety Tao Johnson (5) gestures toward the BYU students after the Utes made a fourth down stop as BYU and Utah play at Lavell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. | Scott G Winterton, Deseret News

Utah wide receiver Larry Simmons (12) brings in a catch over BYU defensive back Jonathan Kabeya (2) as BYU and Utah play at Lavell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. | Scott G Winterton, Deseret News

BYU defensive back Evan Johnson (0) celebrates a defensive play with BYU safety Faletau Satuala (11) as BYU and Utah play at Lavell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. | Scott G Winterton, Deseret News

BYU wide receiver Chase Roberts (2) scores a touchdown with Utah cornerback Elijah Davis (9) defending as BYU and Utah play at Lavell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. | Scott G Winterton, Deseret News

Utah quarterback Devon Dampier (4) runs with the ball with (16) BYU linebacker Isaiah Glasker (16) chasing as BYU and Utah on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. | Scott G Winterton, Deseret News

BYU quarterback Bear Bachmeier (47) hurdles Utah safety Jackson Bennee (23) during a run as BYU and Utah play at Lavell Edwards Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. | Scott G Winterton, Deseret News

BYU wide receiver Chase Roberts (2) makes a catch over Utah cornerback Elijah Davis (9) and takes it in for a touchdown as BYU and Utah play at Lavell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. | Scott G Winterton, Deseret News

Utah wide receiver Ryan Davis (9) gestures toward the camera after scoring a touchdown as BYU and Utah play at Lavell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. | Scott G Winterton, Deseret News

Utah wide receiver Ryan Davis (9) reaches out for the ball as he brings in a touchdown catch as BYU and Utah play at Lavell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. | Scott G Winterton, Deseret News

Utah wide receiver Ryan Davis (9) celebrates a touchdown with DUPLICATE***Utah wide receiver Bryson Baker (80)***Utah wide receiver Creed Whittemore (80) BYU and Utah on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. | Scott G Winterton, Deseret News

BYU quarterback Bear Bachmeier (47) gets rid of the ball just ahead of Utah defensive end John Henry Daley (90) as BYU and Utah play at Lavell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. | Scott G Winterton, Deseret News

Utah wide receiver Ryan Davis (9) gestures toward the BYU student section after scoring a touchdown as BYU and Utah play at Lavell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. | Scott G Winterton, Deseret News

BYU quarterback Bear Bachmeier (47) dives forward on a 4th and one as BYU and Utah play at Lavell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. | Scott G Winterton, Deseret News

Utah safety Jackson Bennee (23) defends BYU wide receiver Parker Kingston (11) as he makes a catch over the middle as BYU and Utah play at Lavell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. | Scott G Winterton, Deseret News

BYU fans cheer as BYU and Utah play at Lavell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. | Scott G Winterton, Deseret News

BYU defensive tackle Keanu Tanuvasa (57) smiles as he arrives at LaVell Edwards Stadium before the in-state rivalry game against Utah in Provo on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. | Rio Giancarlo, Deseret News

BYU players arrive before the in-state rivalry game against Utah at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. | Rio Giancarlo, Deseret News

BYU quarterback Bear Bachmeier (47) arrives at Lavell Edwards Stadium before the in-state rivalry game against Utah in Provo on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. | Rio Giancarlo, Deseret News

BYU quarterback Bear Bachmeier (47) warms up before the game against Utah at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. | Rio Giancarlo, Deseret News

Singer-songwriter Benson Boone looks on from the sidelines during warmups of the game between BYU and Utah at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. | Rio Giancarlo, Deseret News

BYU linebackers Isaiah Glasker (18) and Jack Kelly (17) embrace before the game against Utah at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. | Rio Giancarlo, Deseret News

BYU running back LJ Martin (4) catches a ball during warmups before the game against Utah at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. | Rio Giancarlo, Deseret News

Utah head coach Kyle Whittingham looks on before the game against BYU at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. | Rio Giancarlo, Deseret News

BYU head coach Kalani Sitake looks on before the game against Utah at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. | Rio Giancarlo, Deseret News

BYU head coach Kalani Sitake greets fans as BYU and Utah prepare to play at Lavell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. | Scott G Winterton, Deseret News

Utah fans cheer ahead of BYU and Utah playing at Lavell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. | Scott G Winterton, Deseret News

BYU quarterback Bear Bachmeier (47) greets fans as the Cougars enter the stadium as BYU and Utah prepare to play at Lavell Edwards Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. | Scott G Winterton, Deseret News

A Utah fan walks in with BYU fans ahead of the game at Lavell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. | Scott G Winterton, Deseret News

BYU and Utah on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. | Scott G Winterton, Deseret News

BYU fans cheer and celebrate ahead of the team marching into Lavell Edwards Stadium as BYU and Utah preparee to play on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. | Scott G Winterton, Deseret News

A split house at Lavell Edwards Stadium in Provo as BYU and Utah fans wait for the game on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. | Scott G Winterton, Deseret News

BYU quarterback Bear Bachmeier (47) warms up ahead of BYU and Utah playing at Lavell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. | Scott G Winterton, Deseret News

BYU fans get painted up ahead of the BYU and Utah game at Lavell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. | Scott G Winterton, Deseret News

Utah fans look around the stadium ahead of the BYU and Utah game at Lavell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. | Scott G Winterton, Deseret News

Utah quarterback Devon Dampier (4) stretches out with teammates ahead of BYU and Utah playing at Lavell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. | Scott G Winterton, Deseret News

Utah cheerleaders pose for a photo ahead of BYU and Utah playing at Lavell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. | Scott G Winterton, Deseret News

Second quarter

BYU 10, Utah 7

0:03 — BYU is back on top, after Will Ferrin hit a 26-yard field goal. BYU 10, Utah 7.

The Cougars drove 33 yards after a Utah turnover and needed a fourth-down conversion inside the 15, but BYU is back in the lead.

2:21 — We have the first turnover of the game, and BYU is the benefactor.

Mana Carvalho muffed a punt and BYU recovered at the Utah 40, setting the Cougars up in prime position. Talan Alfrey came up with the recovery for BYU.

MUFFED PUNT AND BYU HAS IT 😱@BYUFootball pic.twitter.com/0JDJGjI4bC
— FOX College Football (@CFBONFOX) October 19, 2025

3:24 — Utah has tied it up with an impressive nine-play, 85-yard drive, capping it with an 11-yard touchdown pass to Ryan Davis. BYU 7, Utah 7.

RYAN DAVIS WIDE OPEN FOR THE TD @Utah_Football ties things up in the Holy War 🙌 pic.twitter.com/Mw3jD0Y2vi
— FOX College Football (@CFBONFOX) October 19, 2025

Devon Dampier hit Larry Simmons on the sideline for a 24-yard gain to the BYU 34 on third-and-9 to keep the drive alive.

9:11 — BYU got another fourth-down stop. This time, Devon Dampier threw incomplete to the outside with the Utes facing a fourth-and-7 at the BYU 28.

NOPE @BYUFootball shuts down Utah on the 4th & 7 attempt 🔒 pic.twitter.com/XqXAKULdhG
— FOX College Football (@CFBONFOX) October 19, 2025

Originally, Utah sent out the kicking unit but BYU took a timeout before the snap. Then the Utes changed tactics and brought out the offense.

13:37 — The Cougars are on the board first.

BYU capped an impressive six-play, 81-yard drive with a 17-yard touchdown pass to Chase Roberts. BYU 7, Utah 0.

BYU STRIKES FIRST IN PROVO 🔥@BYUfootball pic.twitter.com/zbSZ2WNKDh
— FOX College Football (@CFBONFOX) October 19, 2025

Bear Bachmeier completed two passes for 43 yards and ran for another 14 yards — a play that included a highlight-worthy hurdle — on the scoring drive.

First quarter

BYU 0, Utah 0

2:38 — Now Utah has a fourth-down stop of its own.

After Bear Bachmeier picked up 13 yards on third-and-14 to set up a fourth-and-short at the Utah 32, LJ Martin was stopped for no gain, leading to a turnover on downs.

NOW UTAH STOPS BYU ON 4th & 1

The @Utah_Football defense answers right back 😤 pic.twitter.com/7QWp9lGYJf
— FOX College Football (@CFBONFOX) October 19, 2025

6:50 — BYU came up with a big stop inside the red zone, as Mory Bamba dropped Daniel Bray for a 1-yard loss on fourth-and-1 from the Cougars’ 12.

BAMBA WHAT A TACKLE 😱@BYUFootball shuts down Utah on 4th & 1 pic.twitter.com/reYlQYX7dy
— FOX College Football (@CFBONFOX) October 19, 2025

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Comments

Utah drove 84 yards on its opening possession but came up empty.

BYU now gets the ball back after its first drive ended on its side of the field.

How to watch the game

The rivalry game between No. 15 BYU and No. 23 Utah will be televised on Fox and will be livestreamed on foxsports.com/live. The game kicks off at 6 p.m. MDT.