Utah linebacker Karene Reid throughout recreation in opposition to Arizona State, Saturday, Sept. 24, 2022, in Tempe, Ariz. Reid and the Utes look to defend their Pac-12 title Friday in opposition to USC in Las Vegas. Rick Scuteri, Related Press
Utah defensive finish Gabe Reid prepares for a snap throughout recreation in opposition to Arizona State, Saturday, Sept. 24, 2022, in Tempe, Ariz. The Stanford switch is happy to take the sphere Friday together with his little brother, linebacker Karene Reid, on Friday. Rick Scuteri, Related Press
For Utah’s Reid brothers, taking part in for the Pac-12 championship was a dream at the start of the season.
Defensive lineman Gabe Reid transferred to Utah from Stanford, becoming a member of his youthful brother Karene, a linebacker. They had been hoping this situation would unfold.
The No. 11 Utes meet No. 4 USC Friday (6 p.m., MST, Fox) for the convention title at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas
“It means the world. It’s my final 12 months. I couldn’t write a greater story for me than to finish up within the Pac-12 championship,” he mentioned. “It’s precisely what I hoped for. Play aggressive soccer, nice protection, and go to the ‘ship.’ ”
What makes it even higher for the Reids is that they get to play on this recreation collectively.
“It’s been superb. The story retains getting sweeter,” Karene mentioned. “I can’t imagine that we’re taking part in this week. Once we win, it’s going to be even better wanting again.”
Gabe Reid marvels on the journey he’s been on throughout his collegiate profession.
“It’s a dream come true. I by no means would have thought I’d be capable of do what I did at Stanford, full my training there, then be capable of come again and be right here at Utah,” he mentioned. “It’s come full circle. And we’re going to the Pac-12 championship. And I’m with my little brother. That’s superb. I couldn’t write a greater story for myself.”
In the meantime, Gabe Reid will probably be dealing with a former teammate Friday — USC operating again Austin Jones, who additionally transferred from Stanford through the offseason.
“He’s an incredible participant. He’s very shifty and elusive. I’ve identified him since we had been at Stanford collectively for 3 years,” Gabe mentioned. “He’s a extremely good participant. I’m blissful for him that he’s taking part in extra and I really feel like we've our arms full with him as effectively within the backfield.”
Utah defensive finish Gabe Reid prepares for a snap throughout recreation in opposition to Arizona State, Saturday, Sept. 24, 2022, in Tempe, Ariz. The Stanford switch is happy to take the sphere Friday together with his little brother, linebacker Karene Reid, on Friday.
Rick Scuteri, Related Press