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Colorado lost 27-24 to No. 11 Utah, extending their losing streak to four games. Despite the defeat, head coach Deion Sanders broke his usual rule by publicly praising the team's effort. The game featured a dramatic finish where a final pass was ruled an illegal forward pass, ending Colorado's chance to win. The Buffaloes are now 2-4, while Utah remains 6-0.
Colorado Buffaloes lost 27-24 to No. 11 Utah on Oct. 17, extending their losing streak to four games. Despite the defeat, head coach Deion Sanders praised his team's resilience, a rare move for him after a loss. The Buffaloes fell behind 13-0 at halftime but scored 17 unanswered points in the third quarter to take a 17-13 lead. Utah retook control with a touchdown pass, and Colorado's final drive ended with an incomplete pass as time expired. The loss drops Colorado to 2-4, while Utah improves to 6-0.
The Big 12 Conference moved the kickoff time for the Saturday football game between the No. 12 Utah Utes and Kansas Jayhawks from 8:15 p.m. to 6 p.m. at Rice-Eccles Stadium. This change was made to avoid severe weather expected from the remnants of Tropical Storm Rachel, which threatens heavy rain and flooding in Salt Lake City. Both teams agreed to the schedule adjustment, and the broadcast will shift from ESPN to the ESPN app and ESPNEWS.
Following Week 5 of the 2026 college football season, Alabama has climbed to the No. 2 seed in the College Football Playoff (CFP) projections after a 56-23 victory over Mississippi State. Missouri’s decisive win over Florida vaulted them into the top 12, while Utah secured the Big 12 conference championship projection. Miami remains the No. 1 seed, and Ohio State holds the No. 3 spot. The first-round CFP matchups include Boise State vs. Alabama, BYU vs. Georgia, Missouri vs. Indiana, and UCLA vs. Mississippi State. Quarterfinals feature Notre Dame, Miami, Ohio State, and Texas. Semifinals are projected to pair Georgia vs. Miami and Indiana vs. Ohio State, with the national championship in Las Vegas.
The Utah Utes delivered a dominant 33-0 victory over Utah State in the 'Battle of the Brothers,' prompting calls to end the historic rivalry. The Utes' defense recorded a shutout while receiver Braden Pegan scored two touchdowns against his former team. Utah State's offense struggled significantly, resulting in a 0-3 start for the Aggies.
No. 20 Utah defeated Arkansas 43-10 at Rice-Eccles Stadium, showcasing a dynamic dual-quarterback system and a dominant defense. The victory establishes Utah as a serious Big 12 contender while highlighting the rebuilding challenges facing first-year Arkansas coach Ryan Silverfield.
No. 20 Utah Utes delivered a decisive 43-10 victory over Arkansas Razorbacks at Rice-Eccles Stadium, showcasing a dominant offensive performance and a suffocating defense that ended the game by halftime. The win extended Utah's winning streak to eight games and highlighted the explosive play of running back Wayshawn Parker and quarterback Devon Dampier, while exposing significant offensive and defensive struggles for Arkansas under first-year coach Ryan Silverfield.
Morgan Scalley’s first game as Utah head coach featured a 66-14 victory over Idaho, marked by a notably calmer sideline demeanor compared to his previous role as defensive coordinator. The Utes, ranked No. 21, showcased offensive depth with Devon Dampier and Byrd Ficklin sharing quarterback duties, while Wayshawn Parker recorded his first three-touchdown game. The performance signaled a shift in team culture, emphasizing player autonomy and efficiency over high-intensity coaching.
No. 21 Utah Utes defeated Idaho Vandals 66-14 in head coach Morgan Scalley's regular-season debut at Rice-Eccles Stadium. Quarterback Devon Dampier threw for 176 yards and three touchdowns, while running back Wayshawn Parker recorded three touchdowns. The Utes generated 633 total yards, with backup quarterback Byrd Ficklin and reserves providing significant second-half production. The game marked the largest margin of victory in the 29-game series history.
The No. 21 Utah Utes open their 2026 season against the Idaho Vandals at Rice-Eccles Stadium on Thursday. This game marks the first regular-season appearance for new head coach Morgan Scalley and his revamped coaching staff, including offensive coordinator Kevin McGiven and defensive coordinator Colton Swan. While a victory is expected, the primary focus is evaluating the new system, the offensive line, and the team's ability to maintain physicality and discipline.
Kyle Whittingham has transformed the Michigan Wolverines' culture by enforcing strict discipline and early meetings, a sharp contrast to the previous two seasons. While he praised the players' humility, his move to Michigan triggered a lawsuit from the University of Utah over alleged breach of contract.
No. 21 Utah begins its 2026 college football season with a Thursday night matchup against Idaho in Salt Lake City. The game marks the regular-season debut for new head coach Morgan Scalley, who took over after significant offseason changes, including staff overhauls and player transfers. While Utah is heavily favored, the team faces a challenging Big 12 schedule that includes tough opponents like Houston and Arizona. Predictions suggest Utah will finish the season with a 10-2 record, securing a strong position for potential playoff contention despite two expected losses.
The University of Utah finalized a first-of-its-kind private equity arrangement with Otro Capital, creating Crimson Brand Partners — a for-profit entity that will handle events, branding, licensing, sponsorships, ticketing and digital media while the athletic department maintains coaching, recruiting and program oversight. The deal aims to stabilize revenue and support growth across all sports, with Otro Capital as a minority owner and Utah retaining majority control. It takes effect July 1, is not disclosed financially, and is expected to run for several years with a potential exit in five to seven years, with leadership including CEO Matt Webb and other executives guiding the transition.
New England traded up to select Utah offensive tackle Caleb Lomu in the first round, a developmental blocker for Drake Maye; Lomu is one of two Utah tackles taken in the round, continuing the Patriots’ recent focus on strengthening the offensive line.
New England traded up from 31 to 28 to select Utah OT Caleb Lomu, aiming to develop him as a flexible bookend to Will Campbell and possibly move him inside to guard; he’ll likely begin as a swing tackle behind Morgan Moses while the organization gauges his fit and potential versatility, aided by a high athletic profile (RAS 9.77).