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Utah football: Previewing the 2026 schedule with a look at Utah State, Iowa State

Utah football: Previewing the 2026 schedule with a look at Utah State, Iowa State

Josh Furlong, KSL  |  Posted May 29 - 9:03 a.m.

It's officially under 100 days until Utah football kicks off its 2026 season.
The Utah Checkdown podcast: Big 12 spring meetings + Football schedule series look at Utah State, Iowa State

The Utah Checkdown podcast: Big 12 spring meetings + Football schedule series look at Utah State, Iowa State

Josh Furlong, KSL  |  Posted May 27 - 12:58 p.m.

The Big 12 will host its annual spring meetings this week, with College Football Playoff expansion the biggest talking point for the week's meetings.
Utah football: Previewing the 2026 schedule with a look at Idaho, Arkansas

Utah football: Previewing the 2026 schedule with a look at Idaho, Arkansas

Josh Furlong, KSL  |  Posted May 21 - 9:02 a.m.

The start to the 2026 football season is still a few months away, but we begin our look into each of the teams Utah will play this season, starting with the first two games and then progressing each week.
The Utah Checkdown podcast: Utah tops Big 12 win totals + Football schedule series look at Arkansas

The Utah Checkdown podcast: Utah tops Big 12 win totals + Football schedule series look at Arkansas

Josh Furlong, KSL  |  Posted May 20 - 1:29 p.m.

The betting odds are out for the Big 12, and this time it's a look at the win totals for the conference. At the top is a couple familiar names that should be of interest to the state of Utah.
The Utah Checkdown podcast: Post-spring offensive position breakdowns + official visit ramps up

The Utah Checkdown podcast: Post-spring offensive position breakdowns + official visit ramps up

Josh Furlong, KSL  |  Posted May 13 - 1:27 p.m.

The offensive side of the ball will be one of the most intriguing elements of Morgan Scalley's first season as head coach for Utah. And though spring was a success, how will it translate to the fall?
The Utah Checkdown podcast: Early Big 12 odds an intriguing look into Utah's title chances

The Utah Checkdown podcast: Early Big 12 odds an intriguing look into Utah's title chances

Josh Furlong, KSL  |  Posted May 7 - 12:58 p.m.

The end of spring camp for programs around the country ushers in the beginning of sportsbooks releasing their odds for the upcoming football season.
After falling short of nationals, Red Rocks optimistic about future of program

After falling short of nationals, Red Rocks optimistic about future of program

Josh Furlong, KSL  |  Posted May 4 - 6:27 p.m.

The streak was all anyone wanted to talk about. For 49 consecutive seasons, the University of Utah gymnastics program had advanced to the sport's nationals meet.
The Utah Checkdown podcast: Texas Tech's gamble shakes up Big 12 title race

The Utah Checkdown podcast: Texas Tech's gamble shakes up Big 12 title race

Josh Furlong, KSL  |  Posted April 29 - 1:19 p.m.

Utah football made history on Thursday as two of its offensive tackles were drafted in the first round of the 2026 NFL draft.
The Utah Checkdown podcast: Spring camp recap + NFL draft weekend preview

The Utah Checkdown podcast: Spring camp recap + NFL draft weekend preview

Josh Furlong, KSL  |  Posted April 22 - 1:10 p.m.

The NFL draft begins Thursday, and two Utah linemen are expected to go in the first round.
After an inconsistent season, Utes receiver Nate Johnson emerging as a go-to asset

After an inconsistent season, Utes receiver Nate Johnson emerging as a go-to asset

Josh Furlong, KSL  |  Posted April 20 - 9:17 a.m.

In the four months since the season ended, Johnson is seemingly a changed person, and much of that has translated to the field during the team's spring camp.
Utah's Lani White selected in 3rd round of WNBA draft to Minnesota

Utah's Lani White selected in 3rd round of WNBA draft to Minnesota

Josh Furlong, KSL  |  Posted April 13 - 8:49 p.m.

With the last pick of the WNBA draft, former Utah women's basketball guard Lani White was selected by the Minnesota Lynx.
Utes receiver Creed Whittemore poised for breakout season after standout spring

Utes receiver Creed Whittemore poised for breakout season after standout spring

Josh Furlong, KSL  |  Posted April 13 - 9:02 a.m.

Creed Whittemore was largely forgotten for much of last season.
Red Rocks head coach Carly Dockendorf signs 4-year extension with Utah

Red Rocks head coach Carly Dockendorf signs 4-year extension with Utah

Josh Furlong, KSL  |  Posted April 9 - 3:20 p.m.

Red Rocks head coach Carly Dockendorf isn't going anywhere.
The Utah Checkdown podcast: Basketball transfer portal talk + spring football highlights

The Utah Checkdown podcast: Basketball transfer portal talk + spring football highlights

Josh Furlong, KSL  |  Posted April 9 - 12:32 p.m.

The basketball transfer portal opened up this week, with several Utah players on both the men's and women's team placing their names in the portal.
'Let's tag team': Why backup QB Byrd Ficklin decided to return to Utah with Devon Dampier

'Let's tag team': Why backup QB Byrd Ficklin decided to return to Utah with Devon Dampier

Josh Furlong, KSL  |  Posted April 9 - 9:02 a.m.

Morgan Scalley didn't waste any time locking in one of the most important players on his roster for his first season as head coach.
The Utah Checkdown podcast: Streak ends: Where did the Red Rocks go wrong?

The Utah Checkdown podcast: Streak ends: Where did the Red Rocks go wrong?

Josh Furlong, KSL  |  Posted April 6 - 11:46 a.m.

The longest-running streak in the NCAA has come to an end.
After 49 straight seasons, Red Rocks miss first-ever nationals in program history

After 49 straight seasons, Red Rocks miss first-ever nationals in program history

Josh Furlong, KSL  |  Posted April 5 - 8:39 p.m.

All streaks have to come to an end at some point. And after 49 straight nationals appearances — the longest running in the NCAA — the Red Rocks had their streak come to an end Sunday night.
Red Rocks take top score in regional semifinal, advance to final for chance at nationals

Red Rocks take top score in regional semifinal, advance to final for chance at nationals

Josh Furlong, KSL  |  Posted April 3 - 4:45 p.m.

The job isn't finished yet, but it got a little closer for the Red Rocks Friday afternoon.
Utah football 'ahead of schedule' replacing 5 starters with rebuilt offensive line

Utah football 'ahead of schedule' replacing 5 starters with rebuilt offensive line

Josh Furlong, KSL  |  Posted April 2 - 9:09 a.m.

Offensive coordinator Kevin McGiven admitted he was "skeptical" of what was in front of him in the offensive line room when he first signed on to oversee the Utah offense.
The Utah Checkdown podcast: Is Utah football right to cancel its spring game + spring camp highlights

The Utah Checkdown podcast: Is Utah football right to cancel its spring game + spring camp highlights

Josh Furlong, KSL  |  Posted April 1 - 12:49 p.m.

Utah athletics chose to cancel its spring game this season, instead opting for a Fan Day at the conclusion of spring camp.
Why players, coaches have full belief in Morgan Scalley as head coach

Why players, coaches have full belief in Morgan Scalley as head coach

Josh Furlong, KSL  |  Posted March 30 - 9:04 a.m.

Alone in the locker room of the Rose Bowl Stadium following Utah's narrow loss to Ohio State on Jan. 1, 2022, wide receiver coach Chad Bumphis and then-defensive coordinator Morgan Scalley had a final chat.
What will Utah's offense look like this upcoming season under Morgan Scalley?

What will Utah's offense look like this upcoming season under Morgan Scalley?

Josh Furlong, KSL  |  Posted March 27 - 10:27 a.m.

Utah offensive coordinator Kevin McGiven may have a tendency to use the pass to set up his offense, but don't confuse that with an offense that will be pass heavy under new head coach Morgan Scalley.
Utah cancels its spring football game for a 'fan day,' so why the change?

Utah cancels its spring football game for a 'fan day,' so why the change?

Josh Furlong, KSL  |  Posted March 25 - 8:06 a.m.

The spring football game has been a small respite in the drought of the offseason period.
Jake Long hits 2-run HR, but Utah's 9th inning rally falls short to BYU

Jake Long hits 2-run HR, but Utah's 9th inning rally falls short to BYU

Josh Furlong, KSL  |  Posted March 24 - 11:54 p.m.

Freshman Cal Miller, the one-time BYU commit before he flipped to Utah, had his chance to cement his name in rivalry lore in his first game in the rivalry game.
The Utah Checkdown podcast: Breaking down Whittingham's exit at Utah + spring camp takeaways

The Utah Checkdown podcast: Breaking down Whittingham's exit at Utah + spring camp takeaways

Josh Furlong, KSL  |  Posted March 23 - 12:54 p.m.

Kyle Whittingham made headlines for his offseason shift from Utah to Michigan, but the details surrounding his exit were released on Friday.