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A fully healthy Devon Dampier created explosive throws and multiple scrambling first downs in Utah's 66-14 opener, although the quarterback absorbed more hits than the staff should want against stronger opponents.

Wayshawn Parker handled 11 of Utah's 23 first-half carries, scored three touchdowns with two as a receiver and repeatedly created yards through contact behind an offensive line still building cohesion.

Transfer receiver Braden Pegan produced deep, short and intermediate catches and scored on a jet sweep, showing both ball-adjustment skill and open-field speed in his Utah debut.

Utah's rebuilt offensive and defensive lines showed missed assignments and reserve run-defense problems early before settling down, making both fronts works in progress before the Arkansas matchup.

Utah retained its aggressive defensive identity under Colton Swan with frequent blitzes, while Rabbit Evans' return strengthened tackling in the secondary.