While Devon Dampier’s heroics saved the day for Utah, the earlier play of freshman QB Byrd Ficklin helped Utah keep pace against Kansas State.

Kansas State and Utah lit up the scoreboard in a college football classic. Here are our instant takeaways & reaction.

After several ranked teams took care of business on Saturday, the ensuing Associated Press Top 25 poll looked very similar to its previous edition. There was so

In a wild, 7-minute stretch, No. 12 Utah erased a 12-point deficit and stormed past Kansas State 51–47 on Saturday night.

Utah quarterback Devon Dampier (4) is tackled by Kansas State defensive back Qua Moss, bottom right, during the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025, in Salt Lake City. (AP Photo/Tyler Tate)

The Deseret News is providing live coverage of Saturday’s game between No. 12 Utah and Kansas State. Check back for updates throughout the game. Utah’s home finale provided plenty of fireworks — especially if you are a fan of running games. Enter the hero, Devon Dampier.

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