The Big 12 Conference championship race will be heavily influenced by a top-10 matchup between the Utah Utes and BYU Cougars on October 18, 2025, at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo. The game features BYU quarterback Bear Bachmeier and Utah cornerback Elijah Davis among the key players.
Power rankings released ahead of the contest show both teams in the top 10, making the outcome pivotal for the conference title chase. The matchup marks a significant moment in the Big 12's inaugural season with its expanded membership.


