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No. 3 Utah Hosts No. 7 BYU in Big 12 State Rivalry Showdown

No. 3 Utah Hosts No. 7 BYU in Big 12 State Rivalry Showdown
World Sports · 05:14:16 - Sunday, 8 November 2026

Third-ranked Utah will host seventh-ranked BYU on November 5, 2026, in a highly anticipated Big 12 Conference clash that renews one of college football's most intense state rivalries. The game, reported by the Associated Press via NBC Sports, carries significant conference championship implications beyond local bragging rights.

Both teams enter the matchup with strong records, setting the stage for a pivotal late-season contest in the Big 12 title race. The rivalry, known as the "Holy War," dates back decades and has gained added stakes since both programs joined the Big 12.

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