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.

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 Utes couldn't stop the Wildcats' rushing attack — and it almost cost them their season. Here's what Kyle Whittingham said, and the video shows, went wrong.

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.

Kansas State has had worse report cards, but the failure to get stops on defense cost the Wildcats in the end.

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No. 12 Utah charged back from 12 points down with seven minutes remaining to pull off an improbable 51-47 comeback win over Kansas State on Saturday in a game that will go down as one of the most unbelievable wins of the Whittingham era.