Utah Hosts Kansas After Kickoff Time Changes in Salt Lake City

No. 12 Utah hosted Kansas in a Big 12 football matchup at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Oct. 10, 2026, with the Utes defending an unbeaten record and the Jayhawks seeking a major road victory. According to The Oregonian/OregonLive, the game was scheduled for ESPN coverage after a weather-related time adjustment.

The matchup was moved from its original 9:15 p.m. CT start to 7 p.m. CT, according to Kansas Athletics. The change was made because of forecasted inclement weather and was agreed upon by both programs.

Kansas Athletics reported that the updated kickoff was set for 7 p.m. MT and that the game would begin on ESPNEWS and the ESPN App in its entirety. The Oregonian/OregonLive listed the location as Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City, Utah.

Utah entered the contest ranked No. 12 and unbeaten after four games, according to The Oregonian/OregonLive. The Utes were positioned as a Big 12 contender, while Kansas arrived looking for a statement win to improve its season outlook.

The Oregonian/OregonLive reported that the game was available through ESPN, with live streaming options including ESPN Unlimited and other services carrying the broadcast.

Kansas Athletics announced the scheduling adjustment on Oct. 9, 2026, citing forecast models for the Salt Lake City area. The game remained a Big 12 conference matchup between the Jayhawks and Utes.