BYU and Utah Among Nation’s Elite in College Football Win Conversion
A recent analysis by Brett Ciancia in "Pick Six Previews" highlights BYU and Utah's high national rankings in college football's win conversion matrix. The Big 12 conference, including these two Utah-based teams, demonstrates exceptional player development and talent conversion into…
Salt Lake City, UT, July 27, 2026 —
College football programs BYU and Utah have been recognized for their exceptional ability to convert talent into wins, earning high national rankings in a recent analysis. Brett Ciancia’s review in “Pick Six Previews” places both the Cougars and the Utes among the nation’s best in the win conversion matrix.
The study highlights the Big 12 conference’s strength in player development and its effectiveness in translating that talent into on-field victories. Within this context, BYU secured the second spot nationally in win conversion, while Utah ranked seventh. These rankings underscore a consistent trend of success for both Utah-based institutions.
The analysis attributes this success to a combination of factors, including effective coaching strategies, robust player development programs, and a strong overall program culture. The performance of both BYU under Head Coach Kalani Sitake and Utah under Head Coach Kyle Whittingham has been noted as particularly strong during their respective tenures.
Looking ahead, the report also indicates that Morgan Scalley is positioned to continue Utah’s tradition of success. The specific methodology and other teams included in the win conversion matrix were not detailed in the provided summary.
Story summarized from the original created by Dick Harmon on www.deseret.com, see more information here.
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