What narratives are College Football Playoff hopefuls selling this offseason?
August 12, 2026 at 12:29 PM MT · via The Salt Lake Tribune · Summarized by Mormon News from original reporting

The Salt Lake Tribune examines the storylines College Football Playoff contenders are promoting during the offseason, including BYU's narrative about building toward elite status in the Big 12. The analysis looks at how programs frame their aspirations and challenges to fans and media. BYU enters the season with playoff hopes but faces questions about resources and roster depth compared to conference competitors.
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