The WSU defense forced seven turnovers and got seven sacks to hold off the stubborn Utes 33-25, keeping alive its quest to play for the conference title.
SALT LAKE CITY — Whichever way you slice it, this was a big night for Washington State’s defense.
In their 33-25 win over Utah at Rice-Eccles Stadium Saturday afternoon, the Cougars’ defense played its best game in Alex Grinch’s three years as defensive coordinator, forcing seven turnovers, sacking Utah quarterback Tyler Huntley seven times and tying a season-high with 11 tackles-for-loss.
WSU’s defensive effort earned the Cougars their ninth win and kept them in control of their own fate in the Pac-12 North title race.