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. 3D AGO

    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

  2. JAN 21

    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

  3. JAN 13

    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

  4. JAN 8

    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

  5. JAN 6

    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

  6. 12/15/2025

    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

  7. 12/08/2025

    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. 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 1m

  8. 12/03/2025

    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. 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

    50 min
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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.
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