For the record: The Utes are 5-3 overall, 2-2 in the Mountain West Conference
Streaking: The Utes have won four in a row since quarterback Brian Johnson returned from a shoulder injury.
Who’s hot: The defense. Utah has 12 interceptions this season, including four in a 27-20 victory over TCU on Thursday.
Who’s not: Utes beat TCU despite only 227 yards of total offense.
Key stat: Utah has dominated time of possession in the past three wins, with the biggest number at TCU with 36 minutes, 52 seconds.
FYI: PK Louie Sakoda is 13-of-14 on field-goal attempts this season, but also had a punt blocked and returned for a score at TCU.
Coachspeak: “From an academic standpoint, I’d like to see less Thursday games. From an exposure and recruiting point of view, it’s a positive.” – Utah coach Kyle Whittingham
