Oregon State’s Jaydon Grant mixes it up on Saturday in Salt Lake City.
SALT LAKE CITY — Chance Nolan threw two interceptions in the first quarter. Utah returned one of them for a touchdown and the Utes beat Oregon State 42-16 on Saturday.
Nolan, who was just 2 for 7 passing, left the game with a neck strain, per OSU. Back-up quarterback Ben Gulbranson came in and was 12 of 20 for 177 yards and two interceptions.
Oregon State needs better quarterback play if it’s going to maximize this season. I wrote exactly that in a column off the game. I had a photographer on the scene in Utah, shooting the game action. His photo gallery is a treat.
Utah’s Jaylen Dixon, center, celebrates on Saturday with teammates.
Oregon State’s Rejzohn Wright defends a pass.
Utah had a lot to cheer about on Saturday.
Jack Colletto completed a pass in the second half.
Utah RB Ja’Quinden Jackson runs for a gain.
Utah coach Kyle Whittingham on the sideline during Saturday’s game.
Clark Phillips III scored on a pick six for Utah in the first quarter.
Cole Bishop of Utah defends a pass intended for OSU’s Tyjon Lindsey.
OSU’s Silas Bolden ran for a 29-yard TD in the first quarter.
Utah coach Kyle Whittingham and OSU’s Jonathan Smith chat before kickoff.
Oregon State QB Chance Nolan warms up.
Jeremiah Noga catches a pass in the pre-game.
Head coach Kyle Whittingham, left, alongside long-time Utah offensive coordinator Andy Ludwig.
Oregon State fans tailgate outside Rice-Eccles Stadium.
Utah fan warms up for the game with a cook out.
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Really was disappointing.
Tough place to play...
Love the pics.