Just realized how tough the remaining schedule is playing out for the Utes...
According to ESPN their odds of winning are as follows:
#9 BYU - 39%
@#23 Colorado - 26%
#11 Iowa State - 35%
@ UCF - 36%
That four game stretch would be a guantlet for any team. Given the state of their program, and rumblings of division within the locker room, I don't see them going to UCF with a shot at a bowl game. I think UCF will pick up a couple of wins along the way, though, and we could see them w/ 5 wins and a lot of motivation in that final game. 8 straight losses to end the year is a very real possiblity for them at this point.
This game next weekend could tip the scales in BYU's favor for the next decade+ in my opinion.