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Utah and BYU Fight for Playoff Spot Amidst Challenges

11/19/2025

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Utah is ranked No. 12, one place behind No. 11 BYU in the College Football Playoff (CFP) rankings.
Both teams must win remaining games and rely on higher-ranked teams' losses to secure a playoff spot.
Utah's chances are hurt by losses to BYU and Texas Tech.
BYU faces Cincinnati with potential title implications.
Kalani Sitake, BYU head coach, emphasizes winning over style.

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Story summary

Utah is ranked No. 12, one place behind No. 11 BYU in the College Football Playoff (CFP) rankings.
Both teams must win remaining games and rely on higher-ranked teams' losses to secure a playoff spot.
Utah's chances are hurt by losses to BYU and Texas Tech.
BYU faces Cincinnati with potential title implications.
Kalani Sitake, BYU head coach, emphasizes winning over style.