6-0 - Crazy Game, But Now I'm Excited

Wow!...last night's game made me crazy to watch but excited by the finish. Utah hosted Oregon State in a battle that will be remembered. Utah came back to score 3 times in the last 89 seconds; 25 yd td pass, 2 pt conversion run, and 37 yd field goal to run out the clock. I did not expect a chance to tie for overtime much less a chance to kick the winning field goal. Here is the run down:

• Sakoda is the man! Calm under pressure, consistent, and my player of the game. His leg saved us from a risky overtime and finished the game!!
  
• Both defenses played extremely well. Only 2 field goals in the 1st quarter by both teams and the half time score was 15-20...making it a defensive battle. Oregon State's line continued to get pressure on Johnson, while their secondary covered very well.
• Utah did a decent job containing Rogers, though he broke 2 great 30 yd rushes in a row. I was very impressed with his talent and execution on every run...watch out for him in coming years.
  
• Penalties were down for Utah...an improvement and definitely something they need to continue each week.
  
• Oregon States missed an extra point in the 2nd quarter, haunting them the rest of the game. They tried to make it up with 2 failed tries for 2 pt conversions. Along with the missed field goal, their kicking game basically gave up 6 points and changed the whole game.
  
• Johnson had a terrible game plagued by an interception, fumble and low completions...he almost lost the game for us. I save his critique for last because I'm embarrassed by his performance...not typical for him. With 2 minutes left, I had lost faith that he could come back...just not his game. But, I was wrong and I give him credit for a great drive and 2 point conversion run. Wow!...he pulled it off and redeemed himself.
  

My prediction of 24-34 was close. I felt the game would be won between the tackles, low scoring and determined by the strongest defense. Utah was successful because they slowed down Rogers, kept penalties low, and kept the score close enough for "King Louie" Sakoda to do his stuff....GO UTES!!!