The Utah Checkdown

The longest-running streak in the NCAA has come to an end.

After 49 straight seasons, the Red Rocks failed to advance to nationals for the first time in program history. It was a heartbreaking end to the season for the Red Rocks.

Host Josh Furlong breaks down the regional final to understand what happened, and does a deeper look into the program to see how the Red Rocks got here. Is it a situation of something bigger or just some b...

Utah athletics chose to cancel its spring game this season, instead opting for a Fan Day at the conclusion of spring camp.

Host Josh Furlong jumps into the decision by Utah and weighs the options that were available to the football program amid uncertainty in the NCAA. Was it the right decision or a mistake on Utah's part?

He also jumps into spring camp and gives a look into how offensive coordinator Kevin McGiven plans to utilize ...

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

Host Josh Furlong breaks down the details surrounding Whittingham's exit, including a look at the documents that paint the story of how the university chose Morgan Scalley over its long-time head coach.

He also gives an update on the start of spring camp for football after the media was invite...

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 Red Rocks also transition to their respective postseason, but did its affiliation with the Big 12 help or hurt the team going into the most important stretch of the season?

Host Josh Furlong breaks down his reasons for why th...

The basketball season has mostly come to an end, with the women's team still looking for a postseason opportunity.

Host Josh Furlong recaps the Big 12 basketball tournament for both the men's and women's teams, while looking ahead to the 2026-27 rosters.

He also does a check-in on other Utah programs, such as the Red Rocks, who are preparing for postseason competition, as well as baseball and softball.

And he finishing with the las...

The NFL Combine concluded this weekend, with both Utah offensive tackles having a standout performance. So how did each player do and what does it say about their draft stock?

Host Josh Furlong breaks down the combine and what took place, as well as provides an update on the Red Rocks and this week's women's basketball tournament in Kansas City.

He concludes the episode with the next position breakdowns ahead of spring camps with a...

The NFL kicked off its combine this week, and five former Utes players will take part in the testing and drills.

Host Josh Furlong takes a brief look at their fit and what this week could mean for each player.

He also takes a look at Utah Athletics finances and discusses why private equity becomes an imperative for the school to remain in the positive.

And then he finishes his position breakdowns with a look at the remaining offens...

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 roo...

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 upda...

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...

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 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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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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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 an...

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...

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 destin...

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.

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...

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 championshi...