SALT LAKE CITY — BYU came out stronger than even the most optimistic Cougar fan could have imagined against Utah on Saturday, yet the Utes rebounded big-time in the second half to deal the Cougars their eighth-straight loss in the rivalry game. Like most games during the losing streak, BYU was right in it until the end, yet couldn't manage to convert enough critical plays, a fact that has defined the rivalry game since BYU's last win in 2009.
Grades are in for the offense, defense and special teams, with each providing enough ups and downs to make the final grading somewhat difficult.