(Scott G. Winterton, Deseret News)

PROVO, Utah – All the hype has led up to this: a Top 25 matchup between conference opponents who happen to be heated rivals, the BYU Cougars and Utah Utes. It’s the first time since 2009 that the Holy War has featured two ranked teams.

No. 15 BYU hosts No. 23 Utah at LaVell Edwards Stadium in a rivalry week showdown on Saturday, October 18.

The KSL Sports Zone has all-day coverage of the #RivalryGame .

Hear from former players, coaches and insiders as you get hyped for the big game. @KSLSportsZone

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— KSL Sports (@kslsports) October 18, 2025

BYU football players “OUT” for Saturday’s game against No. 23 Utah

WR Jojo Phillips

S Tommy Prassas

RB Sione Moa

CB Marcus McKenzie

LB Choe Bryant-St

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