Locked On Utes - Daily Podcast On Utah Utes

In this episode of Locked On Utes, JT Wistrcill is joined by Dawson Janes from UteZone to break down the ever-evolving landscape of college football rosters and what it means for the Utah Utes. They dive into the impact of skyrocketing roster spending, with some programs hitting the $40 million mark, and what challenges and opportunities that creates for Utah in recruiting and the transfer portal....

Spring football is right around the corner for the Utah Utes, and there are pressing questions at every position group heading into camp. On this episode of Locked On Utes, JT Wistrcill is joined by Ronald Weaver of ESPN The Fan to break down the key position battles and storylines to watch. They dive deep into the quarterback situation, running back depth, wide receiver targets, uncertainties at...

In this episode of Locked On Utes, J.T. Wistrcill and Andrew Crowley dive deep into the latest updates from Utah athletics. The show kicks off with excitement around the official start date for Utah spring football and what to watch for under new head coach Morgan Scalley—including roster transformations, new assistant coaches, and how spring practices might look different this year. The conversat...

On today’s episode of Locked On Utes, J.T. Wistrcill dives into the major offseason news for Utah football as the newly released 2026 roster provides answers to some of the team’s biggest questions. Most notably, the return of Zereoue Williams at left tackle is a huge boost, solidifying one of the team’s most crucial positions on the offensive line. J.T. Wistrcill breaks down why Williams’ return...

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Can the Big 12 survive the power play by the SEC and Big Ten, or is a seismic shift in college athletics imminent? The Big 12 Squad tackles the heated debate over conference realignment, the rumored addition of Louisville, and whether government intervention is the only hope to keep college football from becoming a two-league universe. The hosts dissect Josh Pate’s radical plan to restore conferen...

On this episode of Locked On Utes, J.T. Wistrcill dives into some big news for Utah football. The headline story is the upcoming visit from 5-star recruit Gage Weddle—the highly touted son of Utah legend Eric Weddle. J.T. discusses Gaige’s skills, versatility, and the national competition the Utes will face to land him, as well as how Gage’s ties to Utah could give the Utes an edge. The episode al...

The Utah Utes are looking to make waves on the recruiting trail for the 2027 class. J.T. Wistrcill and Cole Forsman break down Utah’s pursuit of highly-rated offensive lineman Lincoln Munguia, discussing his play style and potential impact in the trenches. The conversation also explores Utah’s challenges in finding experienced offensive linemen via the transfer portal. The episode then shifts to t...

In this episode of Locked On Utes, J.T. Wister is joined by James Westling, co-host of Big 12 Today, for an in-depth look at the future of Utah Athletics as the Utes transition further into the Big 12 Conference. The conversation kicks off with the state of Utah football following Kyle Whittingham’s departure, examining why the program isn’t facing the dramatic fall some predict. They highlight th...

On this episode of Locked On Utes, host J.T. Wistrcill is joined by ESPN 700’s Porter Larson to dive deep into the Utah Utes football outlook for the 2026 season. They discuss why both quarterbacks, Devon Dampier and Byrd Ficklin, will need to step up for Utah to make a historic run, and what changes in the offensive line mean for the team’s strategy. The crew also breaks down the impact of Utah’s...

On this episode of Locked On Utes, J.T. Wistrcill and Jordan Bianucci dive into a growing issue in college athletics: the trend of schools cutting Olympic sports programs to prioritize football, referencing Marshall's recent decision to cut its swim team. They discuss the broader impact on student-athletes, the Olympic pipeline, and urge Utah to maintain its commitment to a wide range of sports. T...

Nebraska and Oklahoma eye stunning Big 12 returns—could college football rivalries be revived? Drake Toll leads a high-energy debate on reshaping conference realignment, assessing the impact of regional matchups, recruiting battles, and which programs could restore the Big 12’s national prestige. Insightful takes from Jake Hatch and Cody Stovall spotlight Big 8 nostalgia, Missouri’s SEC regrets, a...

In this episode of Locked On Utes, J.T. Wistrcill and Ethan Pearce dive deep into what Morgan Scalley must do differently than Kyle Whittingham if the Utah Utes want to make history in 2026. The conversation centers around the critical importance of keeping quarterback Devon Dampier healthy, reflecting on recent seasons derailed by injuries and discussing how tweaking play calling and limiting ris...

Conference realignment chaos could be on the horizon, and the Utah Utes might find themselves as a Big Ten candidate in the not-so-distant future! J.T. Wistrcill hosts this episode of Locked On Utes, joined by Philip (aka Professor Wild Ute), for an in-depth conversation on Utah’s roadmap to a potential Big Ten invite. They break down the five key moves the Utes must make—from building up their NI...

On today’s episode of Locked On Utes, host J.T. Wistrcill is joined by Locked On Big 12's Drake Toll to break down the wild conference realignment plan that would shatter the Big 12 conference. Would it be better for Utah, BYU, and Colorado to be in a more regional conference with Oregon, Washington, and other West Coast schools? The conversation covers Utah’s chances at the College Football Playo...

On today’s episode of Locked On Utes, host J.T. Wistrcill is joined by Cam Stewart from Locked On Baylor to break down Utah’s upcoming Big 12 football schedule, discuss whether the Utes are set up for another strong season despite roster changes, and dive into the quirks and frustrations of Big 12 scheduling. The conversation covers Utah’s favorable matchups, potential win total predictions, and h...

In this episode of Locked On Utes, J.T. Wistrcill is joined by Ute Nation publisher Alex Markham to break down the whirlwind start to Morgan Scalley’s tenure as Utah Football’s head coach. They discuss the unexpected coaching changes after Kyle Whittingham’s move to Michigan, how Scalley handled the chaos—from staff departures and new hires to transfer portal challenges—and why there’s renewed opt...

Kansas State faces turmoil as the administration looks to avoid paying Jerome Tang’s $18.7 million buyout, sparking debate among Big 12 insiders about program integrity and leadership. Are contract loopholes undermining the conference’s coaching culture, and where does Kansas State now rank in the Big 12 basketball hierarchy? The Big 12 Squad tackles whether poor performance should justify firing...

In this episode of Locked On Utes, J.T. Wistrcill and Brice Larson break down Utah’s latest moves in the transfer portal, highlighting not just the headline acquisitions but also some underrated gems who could make an impact this season. The conversation kicks off with a deep dive into Braden Pagan, the wide receiver from Utah State, and his potential to become Utah’s WR1. The hosts then take turn...

On this episode of Locked On Utes, J.T. Wistrcill and special guest Moose Bingham, former Utah kicker and recruiting expert, dive deep into Morgan Scalley's start as head coach of the Utah Utes. They grade his first months on the job, discussing recruiting wins, transfer portal moves (including landing the program’s first-ever 5-star, Kelvin Obot), and the challenges Utah faces in today’s NIL-driv...

On this episode of Locked On Utes, J.T. Wistrcill is joined by Alma Bean from KSL SportsZone to break down the latest in Utah Utes athletics. They kick things off with a deep dive into the quarterback situation heading into the 2026 season, discussing how the team plans to utilize both Devon Dampier and Byrd Ficklin, and the creative ways their skill sets could be maximized on the field. The conve...

On this episode of Locked On Utes, host J.T. Wistrcill is joined by Alex Napoles from KSL Sportsfor a deep dive into Utah Athletics. The show kicks off with a discussion about the Utah Utes football defense and its outlook for 2026, despite significant losses—including players and coaches moving to Michigan. The duo examines how the defensive staff and Morgan Scalley leadership could keep Utah amo...

In this episode, J.T. Wistrcill and Dawson Janes dive into the bold claim that Utah football may have actually upgraded at head coach with Morgan Scalley taking the reins in 2026. The hosts discuss Scalley's youth, hunger, defensive prowess, and ability to relate to players, making the case for why he could be the right leader as Utah enters a new era. They compare Scalley's approach to Kyle Whitt...

Big 12 basketball faces a national spotlight battle as top contenders like Houston, Texas Tech, BYU, and Oklahoma State chase March Madness glory. Is ESPN shortchanging the conference’s exposure in favor of SEC and ACC teams? The Big 12 Squad breaks down the league’s elite depth, impact freshmen, and which teams have the firepower to cut down the nets. From Power Poll shake-ups to rankings drama,...

In this episode of Locked On Utes, J.T. Wistrcill and Sam LeSueur dive deep into Utah football's latest recruiting class, highlighting the under-the-radar potential of running back LaMarcus "Bam" Bell. They discuss Bell's impressive high school career in Oregon, his mature approach to early enrollment, and his chances of breaking into the rotation this year. The conversation also explores the chan...