Utah quarterback Devon Dampier was not up to standard in a 34-10 loss to Texas Tech this past Saturday, throwing two interceptions and averaging just 2.5 yards per carry -- a career low. There was a reason for the rough outing: Coach Kyle Whittingham revealed Monday that Dampier had been dealing with an injury, despite not being listed on the availability reports last week.

"He was doing the best he could," Whittingham said . "Wasn't able to practice Tuesday or Wednesday, a little bit Thursday. I'm going to tell you it definitely impacted Devon, but if you're out there, you got to get it done. So we never use that as an excuse."

Dampier sustained an ankle injury during Utah's Week 3 road game at Wyoming , analyst Joel Klatt noted on Saturday's broadcast. He was also reportedly s

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