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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.

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
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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

The Utah Checkdown podcast: Red Rocks need a change + football storylines ahead of spring camp
Josh Furlong, KSL | Posted March 18 - 1:42 p.m.
As March Madness descends upon the country, the Utah men's program will be on the outside looking in for another season, but the women will take part in the WBIT to continue their postseason opportunities.

The Utah Checkdown podcast: Basketball season ends amid uncertainty + football defensive position breakdowns
Josh Furlong, KSL | Posted March 11 - 12:55 p.m.
The basketball season has mostly come to an end, with the women's team still looking for a postseason opportunity.

The Utah Checkdown podcast: Utah players shine at NFL Combine + defensive position breakdowns
Josh Furlong, KSL | Posted March 3 - 11:25 a.m.
The NFL Combine concluded this weekend, with both Utah offensive tackles having a standout performance.

The Utah Checkdown podcast: Utah's need for PE money, NFL Combine + offensive position breakdowns
Josh Furlong, KSL | Posted Feb. 25 - 12:05 p.m.
The NFL kicked off its combine this week, and five former Utes players will take part in the testing and drills.

The Utah Checkdown podcast: Ranking Big 12 QBs + Utes QB position breakdown
Josh Furlong, KSL | Posted Feb. 18 - 12:07 p.m.

The Utah Checkdown podcast: NFL Combine invites, Big 12 'surprise' + Utah's new plans for the Huntsman Center
Josh Furlong, KSL | Posted Feb. 11 - 11:40 a.m.
It may be the offseason for football, but there's a lot happening at the University of Utah.

The Utah Checkdown podcast: Football schedule release; can Utah be the next Indiana?
Josh Furlong, KSL | Posted Jan. 21 - 12:51 p.m.
After Indiana was crowned champion on Monday, every non-blueblood program in the country had hope they could have a similar path to a national championship.

The Utah Checkdown podcast: Devon Dampier's decision + stepping back on Whittingham saga
Josh Furlong, KSL | Posted Jan. 13 - 3:58 p.m.
Devon Dampier made his decision on his future public Tuesday.

The Utah Checkdown podcast: Scalley preaches the gospel of Utah football + portal updates
Josh Furlong, KSL | Posted Jan. 8 - 2:20 p.m.
Morgan Scalley was officially introduced as the new head coach of Utah football on Tuesday, and he delivered a passionate vision of the future.

The Utah Checkdown podcast: Morgan Scalley securing wins early in his tenure
Josh Furlong, KSL | Posted Jan. 6 - 11:23 a.m.
From Las Vegas Bowl theatrics to roster turnover, Utah football has been busy over the last few weeks — and Morgan Scalley already has several wins.

The Utah Checkdown podcast: An end of an era with Kyle Whittingham + Morgan Scalley named head coach
Josh Furlong, KSL | Posted Dec. 15 - 11:48 a.m.
It was a busy week for Utah athletics last week, with multiple historic changes.

The Utah Checkdown podcast: Utah in Vegas + looking ahead to 2026 and portal priorities
Josh Furlong, KSL | Posted Dec. 8 - 12:31 p.m.
Utah's bowl destination is set, with the Utes traveling to Las Vegas for an exhibition meeting with the Big Ten's Nebraska.

The Utah Checkdown podcast: The future of Whittingham and Utah football + Signing Day updates
KSL Sports | Posted Dec. 3 - 1:21 p.m.
As Utah prepares for an eventual bowl game at the end of the month, the future of the program hangs in the balance.

The Utah Checkdown podcast: A Utah farewell turns chaotic, entertaining + Big 12 title odds
KSL Sports | Posted Nov. 24 - 2:31 p.m.
Utah had no business winning on Saturday, but in improbable fashion the Utes got it done in the final minutes of the game.

The Utah Checkdown podcast: Utah's style points win and a path to the Big 12 title game
KSL Sports | Posted Nov. 18 - 3:21 p.m.
Utah continued its season with another blowout win — this time on the road at Baylor.

The Utah Checkdown podcast: Does Utah have a chance at the College Football Playoffs?
KSL Sports | Posted Nov. 5 - 12:14 p.m.
On Tuesday, the College Football Playoff selection committee did the Big 12 a solid and had three of its teams ranked inside the top 15.

The Utah Checkdown podcast: Big 12 title game possibilities, QB controversy, previewing Cincy
KSL Sports | Posted Oct. 30 - 2:11 p.m.


