Unbeaten Utah's rivalry escape, Texas' huge road win shift projected college football rankings

Utah survives BYU rally

Utah opened with a 14-0 advantage, but BYU answered with 20 straight points after a strip sack and other struggles from quarterback Devon Dampier. The game turned again in the fourth quarter as Dampier helped the Utes regain control.

Dampier threw for a touchdown and ran for another, helping Utah secure a 28-20 win. At 9-0, the Utes have a signature victory and are projected to rank second, though the article also says Utah has a claim to No. 1.

Georgia’s matchup at Ole Miss and Miami’s game against Notre Dame could affect the rankings. Georgia entered the day at No. 2 in the CFP rankings.

BYU faces a difficult path

BYU has two losses, including one on the road against a top-five opponent. Still, the Cougars could struggle to reach the Big 12 title game while Texas Tech has only one loss. The story suggests a 10-2 finish may not be enough for BYU to remain in the Playoff picture, given the committee’s earlier placement of the team.

Texas rallies past Missouri

Texas trailed 20-13 in the third quarter and Arch Manning was sacked three times, but the Longhorns won 34-20 on the road. Manning passed for 297 yards and three touchdowns without throwing an interception.

Raleek Brown helped Texas improve its ground game, while the defense contained Jamal Roberts and pressured Austin Simmons. The win over a top-20 opponent could lift Texas into the CFP top five. Missouri’s three losses leave its conference-title and Playoff prospects in serious doubt, according to the story.