This is why ute fans, players, coaches, and administrators took advantage of every single opportunity to thump their chest over the Pac 12. They knew it was their only advantage over BYU. Now that the advantage has disappeared, you can feel their angst and fear.

They know that they can't compete with BYU on a level playing field in terms of resources and support. It's why they had the most to lose from the Pac 12 falling apart.