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FILE - This Thursday, Aug. 29, 2019, file photo, shows the Pac-12 logo during the second half of an NCAA college football game between Arizona State and Kent State, in Tempe, Ariz. The Pac-12 has set Sept. 26 as the start of its 10-game conference-only football schedule. The Pac-12 announced three weeks ago it would eliminate nonconference games for its 12 member schools. (AP Photo/Ralph Freso, File)
Next in summer of player empowerment: Pac-12 players unite

By Ralph D. Russo Aug. 03, 2020 01:46 AM EDT

FILE - In this Saturday, Sept. 14, 2019 file photo, Utah defensive coordinator Morgan Scalley looks on in the second half of an NCAA college football game against Idaho State in Salt Lake City. Utah defensive coordinator Morgan Scalley will remain on staff but will take a pay cut and must undergo diversity training after being suspended for using a racial slur in a 2013 text message. Utah announced Wednesday, July 1, 2020 that Scalley will participate in diversity and inclusion education and have his salary cut from $1.1 million to $525,000.(AP Photo/Rick Bowmer, File)
Utah defensive coordinator Scalley to keep job after review

Jul. 01, 2020 04:12 PM EDT

Utah suspends Morgan Scalley for texting racial slur in 2013

Jun. 05, 2020 07:03 PM EDT
SALT LAKE CITY (AP) — Utah has suspended defensive coordinator Morgan Scalley for using a racial slur in a 2013 text message. Utes athletic...

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

Ohio State quarterback Justin Fields throws a pass against Clemson during the first half of the Fiesta Bowl NCAA college football playoff semifinal Saturday, Dec. 28, 2019, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)
AP Top 25 Reality Check: A familiar top 10 looking to 2020

By Ralph D. Russo Jan. 14, 2020 02:22 PM EST

Texas players celebrate their win over Utah in 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 The Associated Press Dec. 31, 2019 11:21 PM EST

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

Huskies and Ducks duel for Pac-12's best signing day

The Associated Press Dec. 18, 2019 09:16 PM EST
CONFERENCE: Pac-12 BEST IN CLASS (based on 247 Sports composite rankings through Wednesday afternoon): The heated rivalry between...

FILE - In this Sept. 28, 2019, file photo, Washington's Nick Harris lines up during an NCAA college football game against Southern Cal, in Seattle. Harris was selected to The Associated Press All-Pac 12 Conference team, Thursday, Dec. 12, 2019. (AP Photo/Elaine Thompson, File)
Ducks' Cristobal takes AP Pac-12 Coach of the Year honors

By Anne. M. Peterson Dec. 12, 2019 01:54 PM EST

Ex-South Carolina QB Jake Bentley transferring to Utah

Dec. 09, 2019 09:58 PM EST
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Ex-South Carolina quarterback Jake Bentley says he's headed to Utah for his final college season. The 6-foot-4, 220...

Utah running back Zack Moss (2) stiff-arms Oregon cornerback Thomas Graham Jr. (4) during the first half of the Pac-12 Conference championship NCAA college football game in Santa Clara, Calif., Friday, Dec. 6, 2018. (AP Photo/Tony Avelar)
Pac-12 South champion Utah to face Texas in Alamo Bowl

By The Associated Press Dec. 08, 2019 04:31 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

Alabama quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (13) throws a pass against Mississippi State during the first half of an NCAA college football game in Starkville, Miss., Saturday, Nov. 16, 2019. (AP Photo/Rogelio V. Solis)
Heisman chase and playoff race cross paths in champ weekend

By Ralph D. Russo Dec. 06, 2019 03:53 PM EST

Georgia running back James Cook (4) moves the ball passed Georgia Tech defensive back Tre Swilling (3) in the second half of an NCAA football game between Georgia and Georgia Tech on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2019, in Atlanta. Georgia won 52-7. (Joshua L. Jones/Athens Banner-Herald via AP)
Utah, Oklahoma, Baylor need LSU to win SEC championship game

By Steve Megargee Dec. 05, 2019 03:46 PM EST

Utah quarterback Tyler Huntley (1) throws downfield in the first half during an NCAA college football game against Colorado Saturday, Nov. 30, 2019, in Salt Lake City. (AP Photo/Rick Bowmer)
Utah seeks Pac-12 title, playoff berth vs. Oregon

By The Associated Press Dec. 05, 2019 02:27 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

Southern California head coach Clay Helton signals to fans from midfield after a 52-35 win over UCLA in an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Nov. 23, 2019, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez)
USC retains coach Clay Helton despite fan dissatisfaction

By Greg Beacham Dec. 04, 2019 05:43 PM EST