say they didn't want BYU at any cost, but mostly it is generally believed that the utah invite was purely political. Based upon merits of fan following, school size, attendance, Football tradition, history and prestige it is BYU all the way. utah is a "one hit wonder" according to many. Basic breakdown comes down to about 3-1 in favor of BYU for varying reasons both ways. Bear in mind that while I second these beliefs, they are not mine, but his paraphrased words.

Bottom line is utah is in, and we are left on the outside looking in.