The Utah Checkdown

The Utah Checkdown
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Host Josh Furlong talks all things Utah football, with some other Utah Athletics sports sprinkled in from time to time.

  1. 1 DAY AGO

    Talking Utah’s need for PE money, NFL Combine + offensive position breakdowns

    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 offensive personnel.  Stay up to date with University of Utah athletics news and coverage from KSL.com Sports on social media platform X @KSLcomSports and on KSL.com. Follow Josh Furlong @JFurKSL

    1h 2m

  2. 18 FEB

    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. Stay up to date with University of Utah athletics news and coverage from KSL.com Sports on social media platform X @KSLcomSports and on KSL.com. Follow Josh Furlong @JFurKSL

    1h 4m

  3. 11 FEB

    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. Stay up to date with University of Utah athletics news and coverage from KSL.com Sports on social media platform X @KSLcomSports and on KSL.com. Follow Josh Furlong @JFurKSL

    58 min

  4. 21 JAN

    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. Stay up to date with University of Utah athletics news and coverage from KSL.com Sports on social media platform X @KSLcomSports and on KSL.com. Follow Josh Furlong @JFurKSL

    59 min

  5. 13 JAN

    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. Stay up to date with University of Utah athletics news and coverage from KSL.com Sports on social media platform X @KSLcomSports and on KSL.com. Follow Josh Furlong @JFurKSL

    38 min

  6. 8 JAN

    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. Stay up to date with University of Utah athletics news and coverage from KSL.com Sports on social media platform X @KSLcomSports and on KSL.com. Follow Josh Furlong @JFurKSL

    48 min

  7. 6 JAN

    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. Stay up to date with University of Utah athletics news and coverage from KSL.com Sports on social media platform X @KSLcomSports and on KSL.com. Follow Josh Furlong @JFurKSL

    54 min

  8. 15/12/2025

    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. Stay up to date with University of Utah athletics news and coverage from KSL.com Sports on social media platform X @KSLcomSports and on KSL.com. Follow Josh Furlong @JFurKSL

    1h 4m
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Host Josh Furlong talks all things Utah football, with some other Utah Athletics sports sprinkled in from time to time.

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  • Creator
    The Utah Checkdown
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2026
  • Episodes
    100
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2022 All rights reserved.
  • Show Website
    The Utah Checkdown

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