SALT LAKE CITY — Utah and BYU wrote another chapter in the Rivalry Game Saturday night at Rice-Eccles Stadium. This time, the Utes posted a 35-27 come-from-behind victory over the Cougars — rallying from a 20-point deficit late in the third quarter.

“I hope everyone got their money’s worth out of that one. That was another Rivalry Game for the books,” said Utah coach Kyle Whittingham. “What would you expect? So many times there are so many storylines. The constant has been a great game.”

In winning for the eighth straight time in the long-running series, Utah (9-3) managed to get past a strong showing by BYU quarterback Zach Wilson. He completed 20 of 29 passes for 204 yards, plus ran for a game-high 74 yards.

“He’s crafty. Give him credit. He played well,” said Utah linebacker Chase Hansen. “He made plays when they needed to.”

Hansen, who finished with a game-high 13 tackles, praised Wilson’s toughness for taking a lot of shots.

Utah quarterback Jason Shelley, meanwhile, overcame a slow start to complete 19 of 28 passes for 141 yards. He also led the Utes with 61 yards on the ground.

Whittingham said the redshirt freshman was “unflappable and nothing seems to bother him.”

It was truly a tale of two halves that lifted Utah to a 9-3 record heading into Friday’s Pac-12 Championship Game against Washington at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California. The winner is headed to the Rose Bowl.

BYU (6-6), meanwhile, awaits word on its possible bowl destination.

On Saturday, the Cougars jumped out to a 13-0 lead in the opening quarter. They capitalized on a muffed punt return by the Utes to set up their first score. The ball bounced off the turf, into the chest of Utah’s Jameson Field and was then recovered by BYU’s Dayan Ghanwoloku on the 33-yard line.

Five plays later, BYU capped a short scoring drive with a 10-yard touchdown pass from Wilson to Neil Pau’u. The PAT attempt by Skyler Southam that followed was wide left.

Leading 6-0, the Cougars added another touchdown with 3:57 remaining in the first. That’s when Wilson teamed with tight end Matt Bushman on a 26-yard scoring strike. This time, Southam added the extra point.

BYU finished the first quarter with big advantages in total offense (153-15), plays (24-9) and first downs (8-0).

After opening the game with four consecutive punts, Utah’s offense moved into scoring position midway through the second quarter. However, a 54-yard field goal attempt by Matt Gay was blocked by Khyiris Tonga of BYU.

The Cougars then embarked on a 14-play drive that covered 64 yards and took 6:22 off the clock. Matt Hadley finished things off with a 1-yard touchdown run. Southam followed with the PAT to make the score 20-0 late in the second quarter.

At the half, BYU had 247 yards of total offense ad13 first downs. Utah countered with 86 yards and four first downs.

Wilson was extremely effective over the first two quarters. The freshman completed 11 of 16 passes for 137 yards and two touchdowns. He also ran for a game-high 57 yards.

Shelley, meanwhile, completed 6 of 12 passes for 49 yards. Armand Shyne had a team-high 15 yards rushing for the Utes.

There was a momentum shift, of sorts, when played resumed. Utah scored a touchdown on a 27-yard interception return by Julian Blackmon less than 3½ minutes into the third quarter. Gay connected on the PAT as the Utes cut the deficit to 20-7.

Grid View Utah Utes offensive lineman Jordan Agasiva (79) and teammates celebrate and flash the number eight, indicating their eighth straight victory against the Brigham Young Cougars, after their 35-27 win at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018. Spenser Heaps, Deseret News

Utah Utes running back Armand Shyne (6) and offensive lineman Paul Toala (65) celebrate after their 35-27 win over the Brigham Young Cougars at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018. Spenser Heaps, Deseret News

Utah Utes quarterback Jason Shelley (15) is greeted by fans after his team's 35-27 win over the Brigham Young Cougars at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018. Spenser Heaps, Deseret News

Utah Utes running back Armand Shyne (6) celebrates after running the ball for a touchdown, bringing Utah to within six points of the Brigham Young Cougars after the PAT, at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018. Spenser Heaps, Deseret News

Utah Utes running back Armand Shyne (6) gets past Brigham Young Cougars defensive back Dayan Ghanwoloku (5) to run the ball in for the go-ahead touchdown, putting Utah up 28-27 over the Brigham Young Cougars at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018. Spenser Heaps, Deseret News

Utah Utes fans cheer as their team takes a 28-27 lead over the Brigham Young Cougars at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018. Spenser Heaps, Deseret News

Utah Utes running back Armand Shyne (6) runs the ball for the go-ahead touchdown, putting Utah up 28-27 over the Brigham Young Cougars at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018. Spenser Heaps, Deseret News

Utah Utes fans cheer as they take the lead over the Brigham Young Cougars at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018. Spenser Heaps, Deseret News

Utah Utes linebacker Cody Barton (30) breaks up a pass intended for Brigham Young Cougars tight end Dallin Holker (32) during the game at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018. Spenser Heaps, Deseret News

Utah Utes quarterback Jason Shelley (15) hands the ball off to running back Armand Shyne (6) during the game against the Brigham Young Cougars at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018. Spenser Heaps, Deseret News

Utah Utes running back Armand Shyne (6) and offensive lineman Jackson Barton (70) celebrate after Shyne ran the ball for a touchdown, bringing Utah to within six points of Brigham Young Cougars after the PAT, at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018. Spenser Heaps, Deseret News

Brigham Young Cougars fans watch as the Utah Utes take the lead during the game at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018. Spenser Heaps, Deseret News

Brigham Young Cougars defensive back Dayan Ghanwoloku (5) tackles Utah Utes running back TJ Green (4) during the game at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018. Spenser Heaps, Deseret News

Brigham Young Cougars fans watch as the Utah Utes take the lead during the game at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018. Spenser Heaps, Deseret News

Utah Utes linebacker Chris Hart (8) and wide receiver Siaosi Mariner (8) take the field before the game against the Brigham Young Cougars at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018. Spenser Heaps, Deseret News

Utah Utes offensive lineman Lo Falemaka (69) warms up with teammates before the game against the Brigham Young Cougars at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018. Spenser Heaps, Deseret News

Brigham Young Cougars tight end Matt Bushman (89) and teammates warm up before the game against the Utah Utes at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018. Spenser Heaps, Deseret News

Utah Utes running back TJ Green (4) makes a reception during the game against the Brigham Young Cougars at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018. Spenser Heaps, Deseret News

Brigham Young Cougars tight end Matt Bushman (89) falls into the end zone after making a reception ahead of Utah Utes defensive back Corrion Ballard (15), putting the Cougars up 13-0 after the PAT, during the game at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018. Spenser Heaps, Deseret News

Brigham Young Cougars wide receiver Aleva Hifo (15) celebrates after running back Matt Hadley (2) ran for a touchdown, putting the Cougars up 20-0 over the Utah Utes during the game at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018. Spenser Heaps, Deseret News

Utah Utes quarterback Jason Shelley (15) passes under pressure during the game against the Brigham Young Cougars at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018. Spenser Heaps, Deseret News

Utah Utes wide receiver Solomon Enis (21) makes a reception over Brigham Young Cougars defensive back Keenan Ellis (30) during the game at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018. Spenser Heaps, Deseret News

Brigham Young Cougars quarterback Zach Wilson (11) gets the first down on a keeper during the game against the Brigham Young Cougars at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018. Spenser Heaps, Deseret News

Brigham Young Cougars running back Matt Hadley (2) and teammates celebrate after Hadley ran for a touchdown, putting the Cougars up 27-7 over the Utah Utes after the PAT, during the game at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018. Spenser Heaps, Deseret News

Brigham Young Cougars running back Matt Hadley (2) and teammates celebrate after Hadley ran for a touchdown, putting the Cougars up 27-7 over the Utah Utes after the PAT, during the game at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018. Spenser Heaps, Deseret News

Brigham Young Cougars running back Matt Hadley (2) and teammates celebrate after Hadley ran for a touchdown, putting the Cougars up 27-7 over the Utah Utes after the PAT, during the game at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018. Spenser Heaps, Deseret News

Brigham Young Cougars running back Matt Hadley (2) runs the ball in for a touchdown, putting the Cougars up 27-7 over the Utah Utes after the PAT, during the game at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018. Spenser Heaps, Deseret News

Utah players light the U as they defeat BYU at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City on Sunday, Nov. 25, 2018. Utah won 35-27. Scott G Winterton, Deseret News

Utah Utes head coach Kyle Whittingham and Brigham Young Cougars head coach Kalani Sitake hug at the end of the game as Utah defeats BYU at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City on Sunday, Nov. 25, 2018. Utah won 35-27. Scott G Winterton, Deseret News

BYU players run onto the field as BYU and Utah play at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018. Scott G Winterton, Deseret News

Brigham Young Cougars head coach Kalani Sitake walks onto the field as BYU and Utah play at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018. Scott G Winterton, Deseret News

Brigham Young Cougars quarterback Zach Wilson (11) Brigham Young Cougars quarterback Tanner Mangum (12) run onto the field as BYU and Utah play at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018. Scott G Winterton, Deseret News

BYU and Utah play at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018. Scott G Winterton, Deseret News

The Utah band warms up in the tunnel prior to kickoff as BYU and Utah play at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018. Scott G Winterton, Deseret News

The Utah band warms up in the tunnel prior to kickoff as BYU and Utah play at Rice Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018. Scott G Winterton, Deseret News

Sharrieff Shah, cornerbacks coach, co-special teams coordinator, works with Utah Utes wide receiver Derrick Vickers (17) prior to kickoff as BYU and Utah play at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018. Scott G Winterton, Deseret News

A Utah fan cheers as players come onto the field as BYU and Utah play at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018. Scott G Winterton, Deseret News

Utah Utes quarterback Jason Shelley (15) warms up prior to kickoff as BYU and Utah play at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018. Scott G Winterton, Deseret News

Brigham Young Cougars quarterback Zach Wilson (11) gets warmed up prior to kickoff as BYU and Utah play at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018. Scott G Winterton, Deseret News

Fans cheer prior to kickoff as BYU and Utah play at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018. Scott G Winterton, Deseret News

Fans cheer prior to kickoff as BYU and Utah play at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018. Scott G Winterton, Deseret News

Sam and Miranda Evans laugh as they talk prior to kickoff as BYU and Utah play at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018. Scott G Winterton, Deseret News

Brigham Young Cougars quarterback Zach Wilson (11) makes a pass as BYU and Utah play at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018. Scott G Winterton, Deseret News

Utah Utes wide receiver Jaylen Dixon (25) can't make the catch with Brigham Young Cougars linebacker Isaiah Kaufusi (53) defending BYU and Utah play at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018. Scott G Winterton, Deseret News

Utah fans cheer as BYU and Utah play at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018. Scott G Winterton, Deseret News

Brigham Young Cougars wide receiver Neil Pau'u (84) makes a catch going out of the end zone for a score as BYU and Utah play at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018. Scott G Winterton, Deseret News

Brigham Young Cougars defensive back Dayan Ghanwoloku (5) comes up with the ball on a muffed punt as BYU and Utah play at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018. Scott G Winterton, Deseret News

Brigham Young Cougars tight end Dallin Holker (32) and wide receiver Neil Pau'u (84) celebrate after Pau'u's touchdown as BYU and Utah play at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018. Scott G Winterton, Deseret News

Utah Utes head coach Kyle Whittingham watches as BYU scores a touchdown as BYU and Utah play at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018. Scott G Winterton, Deseret News

BYU and Utah play at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018. Scott G Winterton, Deseret News

Brigham Young Cougars quarterback Zach Wilson (11) makes a pass as BYU and Utah play at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018. Scott G Winterton, Deseret News

A Utah fan looks out at the field as BYU and Utah play at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018. Scott G Winterton, Deseret News

A Utah fan watches as BYU scores as BYU and Utah play at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018. Scott G Winterton, Deseret News

Brigham Young Cougars linebacker Isaiah Kaufusi (53) brings down Utah Utes wide receiver Jaylen Dixon (25) as BYU and Utah play at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018. Scott G Winterton, Deseret News

Brigham Young Cougars head coach Kalani Sitake celebrates as BYU and Utah play at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018. Scott G Winterton, Deseret News

Brigham Young Cougars head coach Kalani Sitake celebrates as BYU and Utah play at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018. Scott G Winterton, Deseret News

Brigham Young Cougars quarterback Zach Wilson (11) makes a pass as BYU and Utah play at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018. Scott G Winterton, Deseret News

Utah Utes defensive end Maxs Tupai (92) runs down Brigham Young Cougars wide receiver Aleva Hifo (15) as BYU and Utah play at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018. Scott G Winterton, Deseret News

BYU and Utah play at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018. Scott G Winterton, Deseret News

Brigham Young Cougars tight end Matt Bushman (89) falls to the turf as the ball pops into the air BYU and Utah play at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018. Scott G Winterton, Deseret News

Brigham Young Cougars quarterback Zach Wilson (11) is sacked by Utah Utes defensive tackle Pita Tonga (49) as BYU and Utah play at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018. Scott G Winterton, Deseret News

Utah Utes defensive tackle Pita Tonga (49) celebrates a sack as BYU and Utah play at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018. Scott G Winterton, Deseret News

Utah Utes quarterback Jason Shelley (15) jumps over a Cougar defender as BYU and Utah play at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018. Scott G Winterton, Deseret News

Utah Utes running back TJ Green (4) dives forward as BYU and Utah play at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018. Scott G Winterton, Deseret News

Utah Utes quarterback Jason Shelley (15) looks for space to run as BYU and Utah play at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018. Scott G Winterton, Deseret News

Utah Utes quarterback Jason Shelley (15) falls to the ground as Brigham Young Cougars defensive lineman Corbin Kaufusi (90) and linebacker Sione Takitaki (16) rush in as BYU and Utah play at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018. Scott G Winterton, Deseret News

Utah Utes tight end Cole Fotheringham (89) jumps over a defender as BYU and Utah play at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018. Scott G Winterton, Deseret News

Brigham Young Cougars head coach Kalani Sitake and the BYU sideline celebrate as BYU and Utah play at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018. Scott G Winterton, Deseret News

Utah Utes linebacker Chase Hansen (22) brings down Brigham Young Cougars wide receiver Micah Simon (13) BYU and Utah play at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018. Scott G Winterton, Deseret News

Utah fans cheer during a third down as BYU and Utah play at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018. Scott G Winterton, Deseret News

Brigham Young Cougars tight end Matt Bushman (89) reaches out and makes the catch over Utah Utes linebacker Cody Barton (30) as BYU and Utah play at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018. Scott G Winterton, Deseret News

Brigham Young Cougars tight end Matt Bushman (89) reaches out and makes the catch over Utah Utes linebacker Cody Barton (30) as BYU and Utah play at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018. Scott G Winterton, Deseret News

Brigham Young Cougars running back Matt Hadley (2) is brought down by Utah Utes defensive end Mika Tafua (42) as BYU and Utah play at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018. Scott G Winterton, Deseret News

Utah Utes quarterback Jason Shelley (15) dives forward as BYU and Utah play at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018. Scott G Winterton, Deseret News

Brigham Young Cougars running back Matt Hadley (2) runs into the end zone for a score as BYU and Utah play at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018. Scott G Winterton, Deseret News

Utah Utes linebacker Cody Barton (30) and Utah Utes defensive back Julian Blackmon (23) gang up to stop Brigham Young Cougars running back Matt Hadley (2) at the goal line as BYU and Utah play at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018. Scott G Winterton, Deseret News

Utah Utes wide receiver Samson Nacua (45) celebrates a touchdown as BYU and Utah play at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018. Scott G Winterton, Deseret News

Utah Utes fullback Ali'i Niumatalolo (40) celebrates as Utah defeats BYU at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City on Sunday, Nov. 25, 2018. Utah won 35-27. Scott G Winterton, Deseret News

BYU and Utah play at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City on Sunday, Nov. 25, 2018. Utah won 35-27. Scott G Winterton, Deseret News

Utah Utes defensive back Philip Afia (2) celebrates as the Utes defeat BYU at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City on Sunday, Nov. 25, 2018. Utah won 35-27. Scott G Winterton, Deseret News

Utah Utes offensive lineman Jackson Barton (70) yells as the game comes down to the end as BYU and Utah play at Rice Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City on Sunday, Nov. 25, 2018. Utah won 35-27. Scott G Winterton, Deseret News

Utah Utes head coach Kyle Whittingham and Utah Utes wide receiver Britain Covey (18) talk in the fourth quarter as BYU and Utah play at Rice Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City on Sunday, Nov. 25, 2018. Utah won 35-27. Scott G Winterton, Deseret News

Utah Utes head coach Kyle Whittingham walks the sideline as BYU and Utah play at Rice Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City on Sunday, Nov. 25, 2018. Utah won 35-27. Scott G Winterton, Deseret News

Utah Utes head coach Kyle Whittingham walks to mid ield as the Utes defeat BYU at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City on Sunday, Nov. 25, 2018. Utah won 35-27. Scott G Winterton, Deseret News

Utah players light the U as they defeat BYU at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City on Sunday, Nov. 25, 2018. Utah won 35-27. Scott G Winterton, Deseret News

Utah players light the U as they defeat BYU at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City on Sunday, Nov. 25, 2018. Utah won 35-27. Scott G Winterton, Deseret News

Utah Utes wide receiver Demari Simpkins (7) makes a diving catch with Brigham Young Cougars defensive back Michael Shelton (18) defending as BYU and Utah play at Rice Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City on Sunday, Nov. 25, 2018. Utah won 35-27. Scott G Winterton, Deseret News

Brigham Young Cougars quarterback Zach Wilson (11) pitches the ball as the rush movies in on him as BYU and Utah play at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City on Sunday, Nov. 25, 2018. Utah won 35-27. Scott G Winterton, Deseret News

Brigham Young Cougars quarterback Zach Wilson (11) is sacked by Utah Utes defensive tackle Leki Fotu (99) as BYU and Utah play at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018. Utah won 35-27. Scott G Winterton, Deseret News

Utah players celebrate a sack as BYU and Utah play at Rice Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018. Utah won 35-27. Scott G Winterton, Deseret News

Utah fans cheer as BYU and Utah play at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018. Utah won 35-27. Scott G Winterton, Deseret News

Utah fans cheer as BYU and Utah play at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018. Utah won 35-27. Scott G Winterton, Deseret News

Utah Utes head coach Kyle Whittingham talks into his headset as BYU and Utah play at Rice \-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018. Utah won 35-27. Scott G Winterton, Deseret News

An exchange of punts followed, including a rare 10-yard boot by Mitch Wishnowsky. The latter gave BYU possession on the Utah 44. A 23-yard pass from Wilson to Bushman opened a drive that led to a 1-yard touchdown run by Hadley on fourth down with 5:28 left in the third. Southam contributed the PAT as the Cougars extended their lead to 27-7.

By quarter’s end, though, Utah responded with its first offensive score — a 10-yard TD throw from Shelley to Samson Nacua. Gay kicked the PAT to pull the Utes to within 27-14.

It stayed that way until a 15-yard punt by BYU’s Rhett Almond gave Utah the ball in Cougar territory early in the fourth quarter. The Utes took advantage of the field position and wound up closing the gap to 27-21 with 10:53 to go after a 2-yard run by Shyne.

The junior made major contributions on Utah’s next possession as well. He ran for a first down off a direct snap on a fourth-and-1 at midfield. The game-winning drive featured a 37-yard pass from Shelley to Siaosi Mariner before Shyne rushed for a 5-yard touchdown. Gay then followed with the go-ahead extra point.

BYU’s ensuing drive ended with a loss on downs when Riley Burt was tackled for a 1-yard loss by Utah’s John Penisini and Cody Barton with 1:53 remaining.

The Utes iced the outcome on the next play when Shelley ran 33 yards for a touchdown. The Cougars had an additional loss on downs with 21 seconds to go.

“I’m really proud of the way our guys played. We brought a lot of energy,” said BYU coach Kalani Sitake. “We played extremely hard but we just couldn’t finish the deal.”

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Rivalry Game streak

2018 — Utah 35, BYU 27

2017 — Utah 19, BYU 13

2016 — Utah 20, BYU 19

2015 — Utah 35, BYU 28

2013 — Utah 20, BYU 13

2012 — Utah 24, BYU 21

2011 — Utah 54, BYU 10

2010 — Utah 17, BYU 16