Utah hits three of the biggest lists for EA Sports College Football 25

The Utes are one of the top programs in the Big 12 going into the 2024 football season

Dec 23, 2023; Las Vagas, NV, USA; Utah Utes running back Micah Bernard (2) celebrates with Utah Utes tight end Landen King (82) after scoring a touchdown against the Northwestern Wildcats during the third quarter at Allegiant Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Stephen R. Sylvanie-USA TODAY Sports / Stephen R. Sylvanie-USA TODAY Sports

The video game community is abuzz with excitement for the Utah football team as the 2024 season approaches. EA Sports recently revealed Utah's significant presence in their much-anticipated College Football 25 video game.

Utah boasts the 18th-toughest home field advantage in the game, and this recognition extends further with impressive rankings in both offensive and defensive categories.

In the game's offensive power rankings, Utah's offense is ranked 11th nationally with an 87 overall rating. On the defensive side, Utah fares even better, securing the tenth spot with an 88 rating. EA Sports detailed their rigorous methodology for determining these rankings, emphasizing a comprehensive next-level analysis. The development team reviewed extensive data, including thousands of player statistics, game film, and years of performance metrics across all FBS rosters.

Utah's balanced performance places them as the highest-rated team from the Big 12 in both offensive and defensive rankings in College Football 25. The Big 12 showcases five teams in the top 25 offensive rankings and four in the top 15. Notably, Colorado is ranked 8th with an 89 overall rating, a position that has sparked some debate on social media due to the "Prime Effect" being overrated.

These rankings are dynamic and may change with future updates to the game, reflecting real-time performances and adjustments. Nonetheless, Utah's current standings in the College Football 25 video game reinforce their strong reputation and anticipated competitiveness for the upcoming season, both in virtual and real-world arenas.