Overview
- Kickoff is 3:30 p.m. ET at Allegiant Stadium on ESPN.
- Kyle Whittingham’s move to Michigan elevates defensive coordinator Morgan Scalley to lead Utah for the bowl, with the staff largely intact for game day.
- Nebraska is without quarterback Dylan Raiola and 1,200‑yard rusher Emmett Johnson, while Utah will miss offensive tackles Spencer Fano and Caleb Lomu plus defensive end Logan Fano.
- Sportsbooks price Utah around -14, highlighting the Utes’ top‑two rushing offense against a Nebraska defense strong versus the pass but vulnerable against the run.
- Freshman TJ Lateef starts again for Nebraska after mixed performances, as Utah chases its first bowl win since 2017 and an 11th victory this season.