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Sports columnist Gordon Monson argues the Utah-Utah State rivalry should be ended after Utah's 33-0 rout, noting the series’ long dominance by Utah (roughly 30 wins since 1980) and the lack of competitive balance, making the matchup feel more like a punishment than a contest—even as Utah shows strength with Devon Dampier and Braden Pegan contributing on offense.
Former NFL linebacker Bobby Wagner received an honorary doctorate from Utah State, where he also spoke at commencement, adding to a storied career that includes a Super Bowl title, multiple Pro Bowls, and leadership with the Seahawks, Rams and Washington Commanders.
Cincinnati named Jerrod Calhoun, UC alum and former Utah State head coach, as the Bearcats’ 29th men’s basketball head coach on a six-year contract starting at $3.7 million in year one, after guiding Utah State to a 29-7 season and Mountain West championships; Calhoun has built winning programs at Fairmont State and Youngstown State and will lead Cincinnati as it prepares for its Big 12 era.
Villanova coach Kevin Willard joked on a TNT broadcast that he would fire his entire staff after the Wildcats' 86-76 first-round loss to Utah State in the NCAA Tournament, venting frustration during his first season leading Villanova.
In a tight first-round NCAA Tournament showdown, No. 8 Villanova is favored to edge No. 9 Utah State. The pick highlight is Villanova moneyline at +105, with a same‑game parlay focusing on guards Tyler Perkins (Over 16.5 points) and Bryce Lindsay (Over 1.5 assists), plus additional prop edges. The lines list Utah State -1.5, total 147, with Utah State -125 / Villanova +105 on the moneyline. The analysis credits Villanova’s backcourt and ball security over Utah State’s perceived frontcourt size mismatch, and notes ATS trends that favor the Big East over the Mountain West in recent years.
Utah State leverages veteran experience and a favorable venue edge at Viejas Arena to enter as a 1.5-point favorite against Villanova in a tightly contested NCAA Tournament first-round game, with the under 147.5 expected to hold as both teams emphasize defense; a projected final score of about Utah State 72, Villanova 68 supports a narrow Aggies win.
Kevin McGiven has been appointed as the new offensive coordinator for the University of Utah football team, bringing 25 years of coaching experience, including successful stints at Utah State and San José State, where he demonstrated strong offensive leadership and innovative schemes.
Texas A&M football team defeated Utah State 44-22, showing improvements in run game and defense, while also dealing with some injuries and inconsistent effort. The defense bounced back with a strong pass rush and a key turnover, and the run game was more effective with 183 yards. However, lapses in focus and effort remain concerns ahead of their upcoming game against Notre Dame.
The article provides a preview and analysis of the upcoming college football game between Utah State and Texas A&M, highlighting Texas A&M's status as a big favorite and discussing their recent vulnerabilities and performance in a win over UTSA.
Bronco Mendenhall has been named the new head football coach for Utah State University, signing a six-year deal. Known for his successful rebuilds at BYU and Virginia, Mendenhall is tasked with revitalizing a struggling Aggies program that recently joined the Pac-12 Conference. Utah State aims to return to conference contention and improve its NFL talent pipeline under Mendenhall's leadership, amidst ongoing challenges including a Department of Justice investigation and the evolving college sports landscape.
Former Utah State basketball coach Danny Sprinkle apologized to fans for leaving after just one season to become the head coach of the Washington Huskies, expressing gratitude and acknowledging the support of Aggie Nation in a social media post.
Utah State's head coach Danny Sprinkle has accepted a six-year deal to become the head coach at the University of Washington, following a successful season with Utah State that included their first-ever outright Mountain West regular-season title and a first NCAA tournament win since 2001. Sprinkle, who was named Mountain West Coach of the Year, expressed excitement to return to his home state and lead the Washington men's basketball program, replacing former coach Mike Hopkins.
Utah State coach Danny Sprinkle has agreed to become the next head basketball coach at Washington, replacing Mike Hopkins. Sprinkle, who led Utah State to the NCAA Tournament, has signed a six-year deal with Washington. His decision comes after his team's elimination from the tournament and amid the school's transition to the Big Ten. Utah State will now be looking for its sixth coach in a 10-year span, with Tod Kowalczyk expected to be a top candidate to replace Sprinkle.
#1 Purdue is set to face #8 Utah State in the NCAA Second Round in Indianapolis, with hopes of overcoming the pressure from their first game and putting up a strong performance. The team will rely on shooters to counter Utah State's zone defense and capitalize on the attention drawn by Zach Edey, aiming to secure a spot in the Sweet 16.
The No. 1 seed Purdue Boilermakers are set to face the No. 8 seed Utah State Aggies, with Purdue favored by 11.5 points. The SportsLine Projection Model, known for its successful college basketball predictions, favors the Over on the point total and indicates that one side of the spread hits in over 70% of simulations. Purdue's Zach Edey and Utah State's Great Osobor are highlighted as key players to watch.