Utes: Interceptions Key to Victory

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* IN SHORT: It took a minute, but the Utes figured out San Diego State after its first drive and cruised to a 38-7 victory that avenged an embarrassing home loss to the Aztecs last season.

* KEY STAT: The Utes had five interceptions.

* KEY MOMENT: One play after diving for a go-ahead touchdown in the second quarter, Utah's Eric Weddle intercepts a pass and zigzags his way to a 30-yard interception return.