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EXHAUSTED: Are Big 12 Fans TIRED OF BYU, UTAH Banter, Has Holy War Overstayed Its Welcome In 2025?
The rivalry between the Brigham Young University Cougars and the University of Utah Utes, known colloquially as the “Holy War,” stands out in college football for its exceptional intensity. While geographical proximity always fuels a rivalry—the schools are barely 45 miles apart on Interstate 15—this particular feud is truly fierce because it involves a potent blend of cultural identity, religious difference, and now, major conference championship implications.
At its core, the Holy War is a “Church versus State” clash. BYU is a private institution owned and operated by The Church of Jesus…
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