Hold off on that “epitome of brutality” tweet, Jon Rothstein.

The University of Utah is 2-0 in the Alex Jensen era thanks to a furious comeback Saturday as the Runnin’ Utes rallied to beat in-state rival Weber State 92-89 in overtime.

The first game between the two schools since 2019 — and first at the Huntsman Center since 2010 — looked like a sure Wildcats victory for much of the night.

Utah found its offense through its dynamic guard duo, though, and turned around a horrid half of rebounding and defense to rally past Weber State.

“Give Weber State credit. They were well-prepared, did a good job,” said Jensen, the Utes’ first-year head coach. “I think we did a good job responding in the second half, and we found a way to win.

“Kind of disappointed because we were outrebounded like w

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