BYU fans still have this perception that Utah is still the same pedestrian program it was back then. That's why comments like these resonate so well.

BYU with Beck was the better team, the better program and Utah was just coming into its own post UM. The fact the games were so close were more indicative of Utah's steady trajectory climb.

Now, 13 years later, Utah is a completely different program. The rivalry is still extremely important and one of the most exciting and meaningful games for Utah. But there is a challenge with the imbalance.

A BYU win and it would be the greatest win of the decade for the Cougars. The game MVP will have his own statue and KS would immediately get an extension.

For Utah, a win is just another win in the rivalry. Now, BYU fans mock Utah because of how close the games are. It's becoming a lose/lose.