By Spencer McLaughlin of Locked on CFB for SuperWest Sports
August 7, 2025
BYU’s magical 9-0 start to last season fizzled at the end to see them miss the Big 12 title game and College Football Playoff.
The Cougars won’t be in that spot again.
On today’s episode of Locked On College Football, Spencer McLaughlin and ‘Locked On Utes’ host JT Wistrcill discuss whether Utah should be believed as a Big 12 title contender.
Kyle Whittingham just might have the right tools this time. (12:22)
Syracuse had an outstanding 2023 season, including an upset win over Miami.
This year, without QB Kyle McCord, the Orange are not likely to reach the same levels of success. (21:57)
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