Two ranked programs will clash Saturday night for “The Holy War” when No. 23 Utah travels to face No. 15 BYU in a conference showdown that pits the undefeated Cougars against the one-loss Utes.
The game is scheduled to start at 8 p.m. ET and will be broadcast on FOX. Fans looking to watch this college football game can do so for free by usingDirecTV, which offers a free trial, or FuboTV, which also offers a free trial as well as up to $30 off your first month. SlingTV doesn’t offer a free trial but has promotional offers available for streaming the game. Additionally, those with DirecTV, FuboTV or Hulu + Live TV can access ESPN Unlimited through their package. Peacock has plans starting at $7.99 a month.
The Cougars have built their undefeated record behind a balanced attack that averages 448.2 yards per game, ranking 29th nationally. BYU’s ground game has been particularly effective, rushing for 238.0 yards per game to rank 11th in the FBS. Defensively, the Cougars allow just 263.5 yards per game, good for 13th nationally, while surrendering only 14.7 points per contest.
Utah counters with an offense that produces 459.7 yards per game, ranking 24th in the country. The Utes have been even more effective on the ground, averaging 248.2 rushing yards per game to rank eighth nationally. Utah’s defense has allowed 293.5 yards per game while giving up 13.8 points per contest.
BYU quarterback Bear Bachmeier leads the Cougars’ passing attack with 1,220 yards, eight touchdowns and three interceptions while completing 63.2% of his attempts. Running back LJ Martin paces the rushing offense with 652 yards on 101 carries and four touchdowns. Wide receiver Chase Roberts tops BYU’s receiving corps with 420 yards on 22 catches and three scores.
For Utah, quarterback Devon Dampier has thrown for 1,131 yards with 11 touchdowns and three interceptions while completing 71.5% of his passes. Dampier also leads the team in rushing with 378 yards on 65 carries and five touchdowns. Receiver Ryan Davis has caught 39 passes for 416 yards and two touchdowns.
Who: BYU Cougars vs Utah Utes
When: 8:00 PM ET, October 18, 2025
Where: LaVell Edwards Stadium – Provo
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