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FILE - In this Dec. 3, 2019, file photo, Washington NCAA college football defensive coordinator Jimmy Lake speaks during a news conference about taking over the head coaching position, in Seattle. Just when it seemed like things were up and rolling, the COVID-19 pandemic hit. The ensuring national shutdown hurt coaches across college football as they prepare for next season, but it was particularly difficult on programs with first-year coaches trying to build something from the ground up. (AP Photo/Elaine Thompson, File)
Pac-12 football coaches pitch uniform start to season

By Ralph D. Russo May. 12, 2020 06:27 PM EDT

Texas running back Roschon Johnson (2) has his face mask grabbed by Utah linebacker Devin Lloyd (20) during the second half of the Alamo Bowl NCAA college football game in San Antonio, Tuesday, Dec. 31, 2019. (AP Photo/Eric Gay)
Ehlinger leads Texas' Alamo Bowl romp over No. 12 Utah 38-10

By Jim Vertuno Dec. 31, 2019 10:50 PM EST

Texas quarterback Sam Ehlinger (11) runs for a touchdown during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Texas Tech, Friday, Nov. 29, 2019, in Austin, Texas. (AP Photo/Michael Thomas)
Alamo Bowl a chance for Utah, Texas to shake disappointment

By Jim Vertuno Dec. 30, 2019 01:58 PM EST

Utah gets a big flip on Day 2 of early signing period

By Ralph D. Russo Dec. 19, 2019 04:53 PM EST
The ripple effect of a coaching change at Boston College seems to have benefited Utah in recruiting. The Utes signed highly touted...

FILE - In this Oct. 26, 2019, file photo, Utah defensive tackle Leki Fotu (99) looks at the scoreboard as he sits on the bench in the second half in an NCAA college football game against California, in Salt Lake City. Fotu was selected to The Associated Press All-Pac 12 Conference team, Thursday, Dec. 12, 2019. (AP Photo/Rick Bowmer, File)
Utah’s senior stars all in for Alamo Bowl

By John Coon Dec. 19, 2019 12:09 PM EST

Oregon running back CJ Verdell (7) rushes for a touchdown past Utah defensive back Javelin Guidry (28) during the second half of an NCAA college football game for the Pac-12 Conference championship in Santa Clara, Calif., Friday, Dec. 6, 2018. Oregon won 37-15. (AP Photo/Tony Avelar)
No. 13 Oregon ends No. 5 Utah's playoff hopes with 37-15 win

By Josh Dubow Dec. 06, 2019 11:49 PM EST

Utah wide receiver Samson Nacua (45) celebrates with his teammates after their victory over Colorado during an NCAA college football game Saturday, Nov. 30, 2019, in Salt Lake City. (AP Photo/Rick Bowmer)
Playoff spot on line for No. 5 Utah in Pac-12 title game

By Josh Dubow Dec. 05, 2019 11:56 AM EST

Utah's Terrell Burgess (26) and Semisi Lauaki (93) reach for a fumble against Colorado in the first half during an NCAA college football game Saturday, Nov. 30, 2019, in Salt Lake City. (AP Photo/Rick Bowmer)
Kuithe's 3 TDs lifts No. 6 Utah past Colorado 45-15

By Matthew Coles Nov. 30, 2019 11:21 PM EST

Utah running back Zack Moss (2) scores a touchdown against Arizona during the second half during an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Nov. 23, 2019, in Tucson, Ariz. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)
Utah looking to clinch Pac-12 South title against Colorado

By John Coon Nov. 29, 2019 07:08 AM EST

Utah running back Zack Moss (2) avoids the tackle attempt by Arizona defensive lineman Trevon Mason during the first half during an NCAA college football game Saturday, Nov. 23, 2019, in Tucson, Ariz. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)
Moss leads No. 7 Utah to 35-7 victory over Arizona

By David Brandt Nov. 24, 2019 01:35 AM EST

Utah wide receiver Samson Nacua (45) celebrates their victory over UCLA following their NCAA college football game Saturday, Nov. 16, 2019, in Salt Lake City. (AP Photo/Rick Bowmer)
No. 7 Utah faces Arizona with Pac-12, playoff hopes on line

By David Brandt Nov. 22, 2019 01:43 PM EST

Utah running back Zack Moss celebrates after a touchdown against UCLA during the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Nov. 16, 2019, in Salt Lake City. (AP Photo/Rick Bowmer)
Ducks claim Pac-12 North, but otherwise uncertainty abounds

By Anne M. Peterson Nov. 19, 2019 06:10 PM EST

Ohio State wide receiver Jaelen Gill (26) celebrates his touchdown reception during the fourth quarter of an NCAA college football game against Rutgers on Saturday, Nov. 16, 2019 in Piscataway, N.J. Ohio State won 56-21. (Andrew Mills/NJ Advance Media via AP)
STAT WATCH: TDs hard to come by lately for visitors to Utah

By Eric Olson Nov. 18, 2019 03:51 AM EST

Utah running back Zack Moss celebrates after a touchdown against UCLA during the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Nov. 16, 2019, in Salt Lake City. (AP Photo/Rick Bowmer)
No. 8 Utah routs UCLA 49-3 to improve to 9-1.

By John Coon Nov. 16, 2019 11:17 PM EST

UCLA quarterback Dorian Thompson-Robinson, left, celebrates after throwing a touchdown pass to Devin Asiasi as Joshua Kelley, front, looks during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Colorado in Los Angeles, Saturday, Nov. 2, 2019. (AP Photo/Kelvin Kuo)
Utah has chance to solidify hold on Pac-12 South facing UCLA

By John Coon Nov. 15, 2019 01:08 PM EST

UCLA quarterback Dorian Thompson-Robinson, left, celebrates after throwing a touchdown pass to Devin Asiasi as Joshua Kelley, front, looks during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Colorado in Los Angeles, Saturday, Nov. 2, 2019. (AP Photo/Kelvin Kuo)
Thompson-Robinson big key to UCLA's second-half turnaround

By Joe Reedy Nov. 12, 2019 07:14 PM EST

Utah quarterback Tyler Huntley passes during the second half of an NCAA college football game against Washington, Saturday, Nov. 2, 2019 in Seattle. Utah won 33-28. (AP Photo/Stephen Brashear)
Latest outing proves Utah's Huntley is part of Pac-12 elite

By Tim Booth Nov. 03, 2019 03:19 PM EST

Georgia coach Kirby Smart celebrates with quarterback Jake Fromm (11) after the team's 24-17 win over Florida during an NCAA college football game Saturday, Nov. 2, 2019, in Jacksonville, Fla. (Joshua L. Jones/Athens Banner-Herald via AP)
AP Top 25 Takeaways: Pac-12, UGA avoid playoff elimination

By Ralph D. Russo Nov. 02, 2019 09:18 PM EDT

Utah running back Zack Moss (2) runs with the ball during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Washington, Saturday, Nov. 2, 2019, in Seattle. (AP Photo/Stephen Brashear)
No. 9 Utah keeps rolling, rallies past Washington 33-28

By Tim Booth Nov. 02, 2019 07:31 PM EDT

Oregon quarterback Justin Herbert (10) hands-off to CJ Verdell against Washington in the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Oct. 19, 2019, in Seattle. (AP Photo/Elaine Thompson)
Around the Pac-12: Verdell turns heads among Pac-12 RBs

By Anne M. Peterson Oct. 29, 2019 07:38 PM EDT