The Utah Checkdown

Ranking Big 12 QBs + Utes QB position breakdown

It's the offseason, so what better way to navigate it than by ranking the incoming Big 12 quarterbacks.
Many are familiar names, while a majority are new to their respective programs in an offseason of change.
Host Josh Furlong tells you who these players are and then attempts to rank them going into spring camps. Who will be the player that breaks through to the top? Who will take a dive?
He also breaks down Utah's quarterback room to see what they have on roster and what it means for the team moving forward as part of position breakdown series.
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NFL Combine invites, Big 12 ‘surprise’ + Utah’s new plans for the Huntsman Center

It may be the offseason for football, but there's a lot happening at the University of Utah.
Host Josh Furlong provides updates on several elements that affect Utah athletics, including a new plan to renovate the Huntsman Center. Should Utah renovate or would they be better off relocating to a different part of campus.
He also talks about the players who got an NFL Combine invite and what that means to them, while providing an update on Utah's private equity deal. What does it all mean for the athletics department moving forward.
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Can Utah be the next Indiana? + football schedule release, portal talk and a revisit of preseason bold takes

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.
Host Josh Furlong breaks down the "Indiana way" to see if that works for Utah and their hopes at a national title. Can Utah actually see a path to a national title like Morgan Scalley said was possible?
He also breaks down the Utah football schedule release and how it shapes up for the Utes, a recap of the AP Top 25 final poll of the season, a final transfer portal recap, and a revisit to some bold takes made before the season.
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Devon Dampier’s decision + stepping back on Whittingham saga

Devon Dampier made his decision on his future public Tuesday.
Host Josh Furlong recaps his decision and what it means for Utah going into the 2026 season. He also weighs into the on-going Kyle Whittingham saga that continues to impact Utah.
He concludes with a look at the transfer portal additions for Utah, and how they'll factor into the program for the next season.
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Morgan Scalley preaches the gospel of Utah football + portal updates

Morgan Scalley was officially introduced as the new head coach of Utah football on Tuesday, and he delivered a passionate vision of the future.
Host Josh Furlong recaps the press conference, the passion from the long-time Utah fan, and what it means for Utah football.
He also provides an update on Devon Dampier and the transfer portal changes.
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Morgan Scalley securing wins early in his tenure

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.
Host Josh Furlong recaps the last few weeks that saw Kyle Whittingham move to Michigan, Scalley take over as head coach, Utah win a bowl game, and Utah rebuilds its coaching staff and roster.
It's a lot to cover, but it's an exciting time for Utah football.
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An end of an era with Kyle Whittingham + Morgan Scalley named head coach + PE drama?

It was a busy week for Utah athletics last week, with multiple historic changes.
Host Josh Furlong breaks down all that took place last week, including Kyle Whittingham stepping down as head coach of the football program and Morgan Scalley taking over as head coach.
He highlights Whittingham's 21-year tenure as head coach and how a decision came about, while looking ahead to Scalley's tenure and what it all means. Who is Scalley and why is he the best fit.
He also talks personnel and what staffing could look like moving forward.
And then there's Utah's deal with a private equity firm that became national news in a first-of-its-kind deal.
There's all that and more on this episode.
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Utah in Las Vegas + looking ahead to 2026 and portal priorities

Utah's bowl destination is set, with the Utes traveling to Las Vegas for an exhibition meeting with the Big Ten's Nebraska.
Host Josh Furlong provides a quick glimpse into the New Year's Eve game and how Utah matches up with Nebraska, but does a deeper dive on what Utah's roster priorities are for the 2026 season.
Who are the key players Utah needs to return? What position groups does Utah need to go heavy on in the transfer portal? Can Utah compete moving forward?
He answers all those and more in the latest episode.
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The future of Kyle Whittingham and changes with Utah football + Signing Day updates

As Utah prepares for an eventual bowl game at the end of the month, the future of the program hangs in the balance.
Host Josh Furlong discusses whether Kyle Whittingham is retiring and what his timeline will be, or if he's coming back for another season. He has a deadline to decide by Friday.
He also talks high school recruiting and who signed with Utah, what a 10-win season means for the program, and a look at the bowl game destinations (and their potential opponents) Utah could be a part of this month.
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Recapping Utah's final farewell that turned chaotic and entertaining + Big 12 title implications

Utah had no business winning on Saturday, but in improbable fashion the Utes got it done in the final minutes of the game.
Host Josh Furlong recaps the wild game, and talks about how Utah got it done on a night many believed to be Kyle Whittingham's last at Rice-Eccles Stadium.
What does it all mean for the future? How does it factor into Utah's Big 12 title and College Football Playoff hopes? All those are answered in the podcast.
He also talks recruiting and where Utah stands ahead of signing day, as well as goes over some questions raised about the refs on Saturday.
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