Challenges are nothing new to Governor Mike Leavitt. Utah's chief executive, a former Cedar City High quarterback, has overcome a lot of obstacles in his career. However, few, if any, compare to his latest battle - the Deseret News' Man vs. Machine prep football pick 'ems challenge.

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Leavitt fills the guest picker slot this week as the human race continues its quest to silence Noland Parry's computer-generated Power Guide. Last week, Utah Jazz president Frank Layden edged the Power Guide, 27-25. Layden's performance increased Man's overall lead to 69-66.Next week: Congresswoman Karen Shepherd.

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