Michael Brandy, Deseret News

It almost sounded like a checklist. In his weekly press conference, Utah coach Kyle Whittingham reeled off reasons why the 24th-ranked Utes were ready for tonight's season-opener against 15th-ranked Pittsburgh.

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Sarah A. Miller, Deseret News

Point. Don't aim. Head down and eyes pre-focused. Then simply say the word, any word, loud enough, and the bird will take flight and a shot will ring out.

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For the adoring BYU fan, this is the ultimate family reunion.

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