Utah OUTLASTS BYU in the Holy War, 28-20: CFP implications as Cougars fall to Utes in Big 12
Nov 7, 2026 · 10m
Summary
Andy and Ari analyze Utah's thrilling Holy War victory over BYU, which keeps the Utes undefeated at 9-0 and solidifies their position as the Big 12's best team. They reflect on the wisdom of Utah's decision to replace Kyle Whittingham with Morgan Scali, noting the team's immediate success and high playoff odds. The discussion also covers the Big 12 title race, highlighting how Texas Tech now controls its own destiny for the conference championship game, while Utah remains a strong candidate for a College Football Playoff berth.
Topics discussed
Utah defeats BYU in a thrilling Holy War
National implications and CFP rankings outlook
The $13.5M gamble: Whittingham's exit and Scali's rise
Utah's path to the Big 12 Championship and playoff
Fan passion and the significance of the rivalry
Texas Tech's control over the Big 12 title race
Other contenders and the rarity of 9-0 records
Game breakdown: Devin Dampier's performance and key plays
Closing remarks and upcoming live coverage
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