Football

Can Kevin McGiven be Jason Beck 2.0 for Utah? Here’s what the numbers say

Jason Beck exceeded expectations in year No. 1 as Utah's offensive coordinator. Here's why the analytics support Kevin McGiven to do the same.

By John Leone, Sports Editor | May 15, 2026

Jason Beck arrived in Salt Lake City ahead of the 2025 season, the expectations were high — and he still managed to exceed them. Coming off a 5-7 disaster in 2024, Utah's first year in the...

How Morgan Scalley will turn Utah into a championship contender

After starting his coaching career with a win in the Las Vegas Bowl, Scalley has shifted his focus to next season, and the enthusiasm is real.

By John Leone, Sports Editor | March 16, 2026

This article originally appeared in the Resolutions print issue, in stands February 2026. It has not been updated and some information may be out of date. In the University of Utah’s storied football...

Utah beats Nebraska in Las Vegas Bowl capping off 11-win season

After a routing of Nebraska in the Las Vegas Bowl, Morgan Scalley's work is just beginning as the head coach at the University of Utah's football program.

By John Leone, Sports Editor | January 7, 2026

Morgan Scalley began his career as a head coach with a resounding 44-22 victory over the Nebraska Cornhuskers in the SRS Distribution Las Vegas Bowl. Through a storm of uncertainty and changing...

Utah to take on Nebraska in SRS Distribution Las Vegas Bowl

National news is circulating around Utah football. While everyone's talking about coaching changes, the Utes are quietly preparing to face Nebraska on New Year's Eve.

By John Leone, Sports Editor | December 29, 2025

Utah has an opportunity to cap off an impressive 10-2 season with a bowl victory over the Nebraska Cornhuskers on New Year’s Eve in Las Vegas, Nevada. All things considered, Utah’s 2025...

Kyle Whittingham to step down as Utah football head coach

On Friday, Utah football head coach Kyle Whittingham announced his retirement at the conclusion of the 2025 season.

By John Leone, Sports Editor | December 13, 2025

Kyle Whittingham announced Dec. 12 that he will be retiring as the head coach of Utah football following the Las Vegas Bowl vs. Nebraska on New Year’s Eve. Whittingham will retire as the...

Red rising: the story of Utah football

How a small western program defied the odds, redefined toughness and built a legacy written in crimson.

By Collyn Cowles, Assistant Sports Editor | November 29, 2025

This article originally appeared in the Off-Script print issue, in stands November 2025. It has not been updated and some information may be out of date. The University of Utah’s football program...

Commentary: The NIL era and its controversies

Sports should be fair. The NCAA has failed the student athletes and universities who are hoping to remain competitive in the NIL era.

By Luke Skinner, Sports Writer | November 28, 2025

This article originally appeared in the Off-Script print issue, in stands November 2025. It has not been updated and some information may be out of date. In today's collegiate athletics world, Name,...

Utah mounts heroic comeback, downing Kansas State 51-47

Utah has improved to 9-2 on the year, but the season is far from over. A trip to Lawrence, Kansas is next, along with some games across the country with major post-season implications.

By John Leone, Sports Editor | November 26, 2025

Last Saturday, Utah was knocked down on the mat. Kansas State had just scored its fifth rushing touchdown of the game, boosting the lead to 12 points with seven minutes to play. Fans began to...

Column: Avery Johnson and Kansas State are in for a long day at Rice-Eccles Stadium

Utah has dismantled dual-threat quarterbacks at Rice-Eccles Stadium in the past. Here is why Avery Johnson is in for a long day on Nov. 22.

By John Leone, Sports Editor | November 22, 2025

It’s a cold, rainy day in Salt Lake City. No. 13 Utah is hosting No. 17 Arizona State in a game with major conference implications. ASU quarterback Jayden Daniels is the talk of the town —...

Utah beats down Baylor 55-28 in Waco

Utah is continuing to take care of business, but the question remains: will two losses from earlier in the season prevent the Utes from showing what they're made of?

By John Leone, Sports Editor | November 18, 2025

Utah is on a roll. With a 55-28 win over Baylor, hopes of claiming a spot in the Big 12 Conference Championship Game on Dec. 6 remain intact. An overwhelming chunk of Utah’s offensive...