Utah’s Jackson Powers Into End Zone Against Washington State

SALT LAKE CITY – Utah operating again Ja’Quinden Jackson fought his means by way of defenders earlier than reaching the ball throughout the aim line for a landing towards the Washington State Cougars.

The Cougars hosted the Utes at Martin Stadium in Pullman, Washington.

With 9:23 remaining within the first half, Jackson took a handoff from Bryson Barnes earlier than operating up the center for six yards and 6 factors. A number of toes earlier than the aim line, Jackson was met by the Wazzu protection. The quarterback turned operating again battled by way of the would-be tacklers and into the top zone for his second landing run of the season.

Jackson’s run tied the sport at 7-7.

The rating capped a seven-play, 65-yard drive that took 4:01.

After the run, Jackson had 4 rushes for 18 yards and a rating.

Jackson entered the competition with 16 carries for 65 yards and a landing in 4 video games performed this season.

Utah opened its season with a disappointing three-point loss on the highway to the Florida Gators. After that, the Utes went on a four-game successful streak that included a pair of Pac-12 Convention victories. Following a loss on the highway to the UCLA Bruins, the Utes bounced again with a 43-42 win over the Trojans in Week 7. A bye week final week may have the Utes properly rested for an additional convention foe in Washington State.

The Cougars opened their 2022 slated on a sizzling streak, successful their first three contests, together with a highway win over the Wisconsin Badgers. Nonetheless, after a house loss to the Oregon Geese, the Cougars have misplaced three of their final 4 video games and the final two in a row.

The Utes and Cougars have beforehand performed one another 19 occasions. Utah owns a 10-9 lead within the collection all-time. The Utes received the final assembly between the 2 faculties, 24-13, in 2021.

Utah’s sport towards Washington State is broadcast on FS1 and 700 AM.

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