of those conferences.

BYU's bowl opponents were insane under Lavell. The reason why is simple:

There weren't many bowl games, and BYU was playing in Top 10 bowl games nearly every season in the 70's, 80's, and most of their bowl games in the 90's.

Look at BYU's OOC opponents in the 80's and 90's.

BYU learned about tough schedules YEARS before Utah became relevant.

Now you've had your little moment in a conference that is not even a member of the P4 anymore. And look at that, you guys are back to the cellar.