BYU and Utah prepare for pivotal 103rd Holy War matchup
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 6, 2026, 2:23 PM
Last updated Nov 6, 2026
The 103rd Holy War game between BYU and Utah is scheduled for Saturday in Salt Lake City. Both teams are in the top ten, with BYU ranked No. 7 facing critical stakes. A win is necessary for BYU to maintain Big 12 title hopes, while a loss could jeopardize their standing in the conference. The rivalry's history includes standout performances from quarterbacks Marc Wilson and Jim McMahon, who left a mark in the series through record-setting games. Current players, including star running back LJ Martin, will need to match that legacy amid high expectations.
- •BYU is ranked No. 7 and faces Utah in Salt Lake City.
- •Both teams are in the top ten for the first time in this rivalry.
- •Marc Wilson set a record with 571 yards rushing against Utah in 1977.
- •Jim McMahon led BYU to a 56-6 victory in the 1980 Holy War.
- •LJ Martin's status is uncertain as a game-time decision.
- 2:23 PMYahoo Sports — Holy War Heroes: BYU’s Marc Wilson And Jim McMahon Define Eras
"Explore how Marc Wilson's record pass and Jim McMahon's dominance shaped the BYU-Utah rivalry. See the stats that made these decades legendary.
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