SALT LAKE CITY — It’s that time of year, when the football coach has to play his alma mater but is not all that excited about doing it.
Don’t expect coach Kyle Whittingham or his assistants to publicly voice any displeasure about having to play BYU. But trust us on this, it’s true.
Depending on the viewpoint, they have valid reasons. The state of the two programs lead to the conclusion the Utes get nothing out playing the game, which has been a part of the state’s sports fabric for generations.
But nothing lasts forever.
For now, the Holy War — as it has been nicknamed — is scheduled for home-and-home through the 2022 season.