Morgan Scalley guides Utah toward College Football Playoff contention
ESPN NCAAF • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 23, 2026, 1:38 PM
Last updated Oct 23, 2026
Morgan Scalley, in his first year as head coach of the Utah Utes, has fostered a team culture focused on enjoyment and effectiveness. The Utes are now positioned as contenders for the College Football Playoff, buoyed by their strong performance this season. The team's development under Scalley highlights his leadership and the positive atmosphere surrounding the program. Utah aims to further solidify their playoff aspirations in upcoming matchups.
- •Morgan Scalley is in his first year as head coach of Utah.
- •Utah aims for College Football Playoff contention this season.
- •The Utes' culture emphasizes fun and efficiency.
- •Upcoming games will be critical for maintaining playoff hopes.
- 2:16 PMESPN NCAAF — Morgan Scalley has Utah singing and dancing and on track for the CFP
"In his first year in charge of the Utes, Scalley has embraced fun and efficiency.
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