BYU vs Arizona Big 12 Showdown | Salt Lake City News

0:00Alright, so this Saturday we've got a massive big 12 matchup brewing between BYU and Arizona. This isn't just any game, it's the conference opener for both teams and it could seriously shape the rest of their seasons. BYU ranked number 14, is coming off a dominant win, but they've got a history of beating Arizona, winning the last five meetings. However, this one feels different, with a lot more on the line for the conference title race. Arizona's quarterback, Noah Fafita, has had a tough time against BYU, losing both his previous matchups. He's been talking about this game since January, especially after last year's double overtime thriller, where BYU pulled off a comeback. He's looking to finally get one over on the cougars, and you know he's got that loss from two years ago, where BYU capitalized on turnovers, burned in, his memory. Meanwhile, BYU has been pretty quiet, letting Arizona do most of the talking. They're focused on their game, but they're also dealing with some injuries. They'll be without a key safety, and their second best running back.

1:03Arizona, on the other hand, just got a boost as their top rusher and a key defender were clear to play their fifth college season, thanks to a court. Order. This game is exactly what joining a power conference is all about, according to BYU's offensive coordinator. He's saying there's a lot of parity in the big 12, where any team can be any other team on any given day. The gap between the top and bottom isn't that wide, so you have to be prepared every single week. It's a real thing, not just a cliche. So, Saturday's game in Pro Bowl is more than just a winner loss. It's about setting the tone. The winner gets a significant advantage in the race for the conference crown, while the loser faces an uphill battle. It's going to be interesting to see who steps up and makes a statement in this early big 12 showdown. That's the story for today. Salt Lake City News Today, driven by AI. I'm Corey with the story.