Predicting six biggest matchups in Week 6 of the college football season

California (No. 23) at Utah (No. 5)

This is the biggest game of the week.

Utah has a chance to further solidify itself as a playoff contender. Having already dispatched top programs in Michigan and Oregon, another victory over a top-25 team would be huge. The Utes feature one of the most balanced programs in the nation, featuring depth and talent at every position.

On the other side, the top quarterback in the nation has propelled Cal into the upper echelon of the national landscape. If Jared Goff finds a way to outmaneuver Utah’s stingy, swarming defense, then you can expect to see Cal launch up into the top 15 heading into the second half of the season.

Pressure doesn’t seem to effect the lanky quarterback, and we should expect him to continue playing well this weekend. If Cal can find a way to keep Goff clean in the pocket, then the Golden Bears most certainly can win this game on the road in Salt Lake City.

Prediction: Cal wins 35-31.

By Jesse Reed

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