No. 24 Utah Dominates No. 17 Cincinnati 45-14, Ends Streak

UPDATE: In a stunning turn of events, the No. 24 Utah Utes delivered a commanding 45-14 victory over the No. 17 Cincinnati Bearcats on November 11, 2023, in Salt Lake City, halting the Bearcats’ seven-game winning streak. This decisive win has immediate implications in the Big 12 standings.

Led by Devon Dampier, who threw for 213 yards and two touchdowns, Utah showcased their offensive prowess with a total of 480 yards, including 267 rushing yards. The Utes improved their record to 7-2 overall and 4-2 in the Big 12.

Cincinnati’s quarterback, Brendan Sorsby, managed 221 yards through the air and contributed a rushing touchdown, but struggled with accuracy, completing only 33% of his passes. The Bearcats now stand at 7-2, with a 5-1 conference record.

The game kicked off with Utah marching down the field for a 94-yard drive, capped off by a 34-yard touchdown reception from Ryan Davis, who led the Utes with 132 yards on eight receptions. Cincinnati briefly tied the game with a 22-yard touchdown run from Sorsby, but Utah quickly regained control.

Utah extended their lead with a spectacular 39-yard touchdown run by Wayshawn Parker. A late second-quarter drive ended with NaQuari Rogers scoring from one yard out, sending the Utes into halftime with a commanding 24-7 lead.

In the second half, Utah continued to dominate, with Dampier connecting for an 11-yard touchdown pass to Creed Whittemore and a spectacular 75-yard punt return touchdown by Mana Carvalho, pushing the score to 38-14.

Cincinnati’s offensive effort was undermined by three turnovers and a lack of defensive stops, leading to a disappointing end to their winning streak. The Bearcats will host Arizona next on November 15, following a bye week, while Utah is set to face Baylor on the same date.

This decisive win not only boosts Utah’s confidence but also reshapes the competitive landscape in the Big 12, making their upcoming matches critical as they strive for higher standings.

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