The Utah Checkdown

Utah’s style points win and a path to the Big 12 championship game

Utah continued its season with another blowout win — this time on the road at Baylor.
Host Josh Furlong recaps the most recent game, as well as jumps into the top storylines that came out of the game. Like does Utah have a chance to secure both Devon Dampier and Byrd Ficklin for the next season?
He also provides an update on Utah's path to a Big 12 championship and what it would take to get there, as well as the tricky spot Utah is in for a playoff bid.
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Does Utah have a chance at the College Football Playoffs?

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.
Is it a favorable spot for the conference or just an early nod that will wilt in the coming weeks?
Host Josh Furlong weighs in on the initial rankings and where Utah landed. He attempts to answer the question of whether the Utes can get into the playoffs, if being outside of the Big 12 championship game is their best chance, and where things stand.
He also provides a look at what could be a historic season for the Utes.
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Big 12 title game possibilities, QB controversy, previewing Cincy

For Utah's goals to remain intact, there's not a lot of room for error in the final four games of the season.
But there's still a a chance for a Big 12 title game appearance for the Utes. So what do those scenarios look like? Host Josh Furlong breaks down Utah's path, while also jumping into a potential QB controversy brewing.
He also breaks down the Utah-Cincinnati game, which has title game implications, to see where both teams can get an edge in Saturday's matchup.
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Devon Dampier's health, the nuances of Utah's field goal situation, and a Colorado preview

The name of the game is moving on for Utah football.
But there's still some holdover from the rivalry game, including a little more context into why Kyle Whittingham was so insistent on using analytics on fourth downs.
Host Josh Furlong jumps into the nuances of Utah's fourth-down frustrations, as well as looking at the Devon Dampier situation and what his status is moving forward..
He's also joined by Colorado beat writer Brian Howell to preview the upcoming game.
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Questioning 4th down decisions; Devon Dampier out with injury?

The rivalry game went sideways for Utah Saturday, leaving more questions than answers for Utah football.
Host Josh Furlong jumps into Saturday's loss to see what went wrong, why the coaches made the decisions they made, and what it all means for the future of the Utes this season and beyond.
Also, he looks into whether Devon Dampier is healthy enough to play on Saturday after being injured against BYU, or if Utah will look to other options.
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Who is the best in Utah? A preview of the heated rivalry that kicks off Saturday

One of the biggest games of the season is upon as a ranked BYU welcomes a ranked Utah team to LaVell Edwards Stadium on Saturday.
Host Josh Furlong jumps into the rivalry game to see if either one of these teams has an edge Saturday in what appears to be a dead heat.
He is also joined by BYU beat writer Sean Walker, who gives an inside look at the Cougars and where their focus is going into the game.
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Has Utah football finally proven it's a legit contender after ASU win?

After another blowout win — albeit without the opponent's starting quarterback — it's time to revisit if Utah is a true contender in the Big 12 ... or has the schedule been too kind to the Utes.
Host Josh Furlong recaps Utah's blowout win over Arizona State to help answer the questions about where Utah is as a program, as well as jumping into the stats to give a midway look at the team.
He also gives a brief update on Kyle Whittingham's decision to not discuss BYU this week, creating a stir among the rival fan base.
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A Big 12 showdown in a night RES environment — previewing Arizona State

The much-awaited night game setting for a Utah football game is coming Saturday.
The game serves as a big test for both Utah and Arizona State in what could have Big 12 title implications.
Host Josh Furlong previews the game with a look at some key storylines, including a deeper dive into the stats to see the nuances between the two teams.
Furlong is also joined by Arizona State beat writer Michelle Gardner to breakdown the Sun Devils' trip to Salt Lake City.
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Is Byrd Ficklin QB2 now? A look at the top storylines after Utah's bye

Off a bye week, Utah football looks to build some momentum after a dominant win in West Virginia.
But the next two weeks, specifically, will test the Utes against ranked opponents. So how is the team looking going into a game against Arizona State?
Host Josh Furlong breaks down the bye week talking points, including a conversation about whether Byrd Ficklin should redshirt and whether he's QB2 for the rest of the season.
He also assesses the team at the midway point of the season to see where things have gone well and where it can improve.
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Is Utah football back? A recap of a dominant win

In a bounce-back performance, Utah football was in complete control on the road against West Virginia.
The offense opened up the passing game, and it meant a world of difference for the team en route to a 48-14 win in Morgantown.
Host Josh Furlong recaps the game, using advanced stats to show how the passing game was a major component into Utah doing what it needs to do to win games each week.
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