Is Utah Expansion Big 12's FOURTH Best Team Behind UCF, Kansas State, Oklahoma State? ESPN Says Yes.

While Utah has been a strong football program under head coach Kyle Whittingham, there are reasons to believe they may not consistently be as dominant as Kansas State or Oklahoma State in the Big 12. Utah's success has largely been tied to the Pac-12, where they've consistently competed at the top. However, transitioning into the Big 12 could present new challenges, especially against teams like Kansas State and Oklahoma State, which have established themselves as top-tier programs in the conference.
Kansas State has a history of overachieving, particularly under legendary coach Bill Snyder, and now with Chris Klieman, the Wildcats continue to exceed expectations. Known for their toughness and disciplined style of play, K-State regularly contends for conference titles, winning the Big 12 Championship in 2022. Oklahoma State, under the leadership of Mike Gundy, has also built a consistent program. The Cowboys have been known for their high-powered offenses, often fielding some of the best quarterback and receiver combinations in the country. They also consistently finish near the top of the conference standings.
Utah may face a steeper climb to establish the same level of sustained success in a new conference. While the Utes have the pedigree and talent, adjusting to the unique styles of play and competitiveness in the Big 12 could prove challenging. Meanwhile, programs like Kansas State and Oklahoma State have already adapted and thrive in the conference’s competitive atmosphere.
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[@SvdSinner]

Utah is going to be getting a healthy "Welcome to the Big 12" this season.

[@stoney2271]

Oh are they 😂

[@willmcgarvey1551]

Who welcomed whom?

[@mikenieves8881]

UCF will get better as the season progresses but not ready for Kansas St. or Utah at his stage of the season. Utah @ UCF to close the season should be a hell of a game.

[@Harmacyst]

The winner of this game vs the winner of Farmegeddon in Arlington.

[@Patrick-sb2sb]

THE BIG 12 IS BY FAR THE MOST EXCITING CONFERENCE THIS YEAR. ESPN WILL TRY TO DESTROY THEM, AS THEY DID THE OLD SOUTHWEST CONFERENCE.

[@Harmacyst]

Surprised I'm the 1st Cyclone on here. Don't sleep on us.

[@Patrick-sb2sb]

@@Harmacyst Was great seeing you guys thrash Iowa.....well, maybe not a thrashing, but a great win just the same!!

[@stoney2271]

You barely beat Iowa, which is good but everyone needs to see more

[@Harmacyst]

@stoney2271 today's outcome more convincing? Michigan, who just beat USC, who handled LSU, only beat the Red Wolves by 10.

[@stoney2271]

@@Harmacyst that starting to become a reach, I’m not downing your favorite team I’m just saying they haven’t really done anything. My team hadn’t done much until today either so no disrespect

[@Thanubis-c7p]

Lot's of Utah click bate!

[@UhHuh-yr5hy]

Funny how these guys think they know so much. They have to eat crow so much and it doesn’t even slow them down at all with arguing that they somehow will get it right this time. Next two weeks will sort out a lot of this, but even then, they will make a million excuses for why their favorite teams didn’t get the wins they predicted.

[@philiprobins5488]

Like Arkansas fans. They whine as much as sooner fans.

[@theserkiller3730]

I think this Utah/OSU game is a great measuring stick to see where Utah lies within the Big 12. I think Utah is gonna get a rude awakening that the Big 12 is MUCH more physical than the Pac. Look at the Ariz/KSU game as an example.

[@noworriesbehappymr.x7681]

Arizona had no business being ranked let alone they always got beat down even in the pac 12 . There not a bad team but there certainly not a upper team there ceiling is always mid when they have a good year.

[@Sizzrp-i3q]

This didn’t end up being a very good take. Game wasn’t as close as the score and pokes lost at home to a back up freshman qb. Those are just the facts.

[@Tobyoneal64]

Utah gave the Big 12 a rude awakening on what physicality is.

[@willmcgarvey1551]

How’s that feeling now?

[@danhauser3361]

Never know till they play!

[@savannahfan]

I wish you guys would study the B12 closer Actually the best team in the Big 12 isn’t even in your discussion. It’s the Citronauts 🍊🚀 Space U destroyed number 15 ranked Oklahoma State 45-3 last year, are undefeated, and have a huge score percentage against opponents for every game they’ve ever played Arizona has to face them in Orlando this year. Wait and see what happens if you think the KSU game was impressive Go Nauts…!!!

[@aisaxonawiat6484]

Lol.... you can always tell when whiskercil gets nervous because he begins talking faster and faster and he will begin to talk over you😂

[@philmecham6364]

0 people thing Baylor is better than Arkansas.

[@baileyharrison1313]

Smith Gary Perez Amy Martinez Timothy

[@BoomGoesTheDynamit]

Pitt would dominate in big 12zzz that conf really sux

[@aisaxonawiat6484]

I have always been a fan of pit, Ben and all truthfulness, they haven't dominated anyone and when they have faced some of the teams in the 12 in the past they got worked pretty good.