Utah, Northwestern are coming at their Las Vegas Bowl matchup from different perspectives

While the Utes began the season with loftier expectations, Saturday’s opponent can’t help but view this matchup as a thrilling conclusion to a season that began under a dark cloud.

(Eric Walden | The Salt Lake Tribune) Utah football coach Kyle Whittingham (right) and Northwestern coach David Braun pose with the Las Vegas Bowl trophy during a media session at Allegiant Stadium on Friday, Dec. 22, 2023.