October 15, 2025

Holy War INTENSIFIES as Ranked BYU & Utah COLLIDE in Provo | Will Bear Bachmeier SHOCK the Utes? | Recruiting, NIL & Big 12 Contention | Crossover Show

31 minutes

It’s the most anticipated matchup in College Football! The BYU Cougars and the Utah Utes reignite the fiercest rivalry in the West—the Holy War! Locked On Cougars host Jake Hatch teams up with Locked On Utes host JT Wistrcill for the ultimate dual-perspective breakdown of the game that defines a season. This special crossover episode dives deep into every angle of the BYU vs. Utah contest, analyzing the keys to victory and the incredible tension surrounding this historic rivalry return.

The focus begins with the electrifying quarterback showdown. It’s Bear Bachmeier leading the high-flying BYU offense against the veteran leadership of Devon Dampier and the relentless Utah Utes. We dissect how each signal-caller matches up against the opposing secondary. Can Bachmeier handle the pressure of the Holy War environment in his first start in the rivalry? Will Dampier’s dual-threat ability be the ultimate X-factor against the aggressive Cougar defense? We give you the definitive answer on which quarterback has the edge and why this battle will dictate the final score.

Beyond the field, the chess match between legendary coaches is back! Kalani Sitake faces off against his mentor, Kyle Whittingham, in a masterful strategic battle. We examine the coaching tendencies, analyzing how each sideline will attempt to exploit the other's weaknesses. Whittingham's physical, grinding approach versus Sitake's opportunistic, attacking style—who has the superior game plan for this high-stakes contest?

This game is massive for regional dominance and recruiting bragging rights, but it also carries significant conference implications as the Big 12 and Utah’s conference affiliations continue to shift the landscape. We break down the defensive lines, the special teams, and offer our final, unbiased predictions on who walks away with the victory and the bragging rights for the next 365 days. Don’t miss this essential, comprehensive preview of the most intense rivalry in the state!

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Jake Hatch brings you daily coverage of the BYU Cougars with the Locked On Cougars Podcast. Locked On Cougars brings BYU fans the latest news and comprehensive coverage when it comes to the BYU football and basketball programs as well as a look at the other teams in the BYU athletic department. Jake gives you his unique insights and insider information about the Cougs as they continue "on the trail to fame and glory" every weekday, along with interviews with players, coaches, experts, and alumni that you will not find anywhere else.

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