Rather than crumbling under the pressure when his teammates, fans and coaches needed him most, Johnson elevated his game and did whatever it took to win.

Doctors have been prescribing sunny vacations to people for years. Turns out warm San Diego was just what the doctor ordered for the U football team's offense, but for very different reasons.

In two seasons, Utah head coach Jim Boylen has talked a lot about toughness. Last Saturday's loss to Division II Southwest Baptist was punch to his team's gut. Tuesday night, the Utes responded.

The Runnin' Utes are relying on their short-term memory after the Southwest Baptist Bearcats handed them a stunning defeat. They are trying to avoid an 0-2 start for the second time in the last three years against the Wisconsin-Green Bay Phoenix.

Utah took a 22-8 run to open the second half and never looked back, beating Jackson State 77-49. Morgan Warburton led the Utes with 18 points, seven rebounds and five assists. Kalee Whipple and Katie King also had standout games for the Utes, scoring 16 and 15 points respectively.

The Deseret First Duel, sponsored by Deseret First Credit Union, is a series designed to bring more positive light and recognition to the rivalry. It began in October 2007 with a volleyball match.

While there might be respect among the coaches and players after the game this Saturday, don't look for any in the stands because, after all, it is BYU. What more needs to be said?

As Utah tries to make the dreams of four years ago into another reality, it's fitting that the one team standing between an 11-0 Utah team and another lucrative bowl appearance is archrival BYU.

With their third championship in as many years on the line, don't expect the Cougars to fall flat Saturday. They still have plenty of weapons, despite the formidable Ute offensive attack.

I'm sorry to say the crown is only big enough for one head this year. Putting the numbers and records aside, Utah is simply the better team.