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Utah riding with "Red Wave" for Holy War clash against BYU

Utes will be festive on Saturday night against the Cougars

Kenny Lee

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The Utah Utes are set to face off against their in-state rivals, the No. 9 BYU Cougars, in a high-stakes edition of the "Holy War" on Saturday night. Utah will don their striking "Red Wave" uniforms, featuring red helmets, jerseys, and pants, creating a vivid contrast against BYU's all-blue look—a royal throwback for the Cougars that was announced earlier in the season. This color clash adds extra intensity to a rivalry known for its electric atmosphere and hard-fought games.

For Utah, this game is about more than just tradition. After a bye week, the Utes are eager to reset their season's trajectory and regain momentum. The team has faced a rough patch at home, with a four-game losing streak in Salt Lake City casting a shadow over their recent performance. "When in doubt, wear red," Utah Football’s social media teased, hinting at the Utes' hopes that the bold "Red Wave" will fuel a spirited comeback against a tough BYU team.

BYU, now the top team in the Big 12, enters Rice-Eccles Stadium with confidence but also a historical challenge: they haven't defeated Utah on the Utes' home turf in nearly 20 years. Their all-blue ensemble, which pays homage to past Cougar teams, symbolizes both pride and pressure, as they look to continue their successful season with another big win.

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The clash will be televised nationally on ESPN at 10:15 p.m. ET, bringing the intensity of Utah’s “Red Wave” and BYU’s royal blues to a wider audience. As both teams fight to make a statement, Saturday night promises a memorable showdown in one of college football’s fiercest rivalries.

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