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Utah football invests $1.5 million for three non-conference home games

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 20, 2026, 3:58 AM

Last updated Jul 20, 2026

Utah football invests $1.5 million for three non-conference home games
Summary

Utah football will spend approximately $1.45 million to host Idaho, Arkansas, and Utah State at Rice-Eccles Stadium during September 2026. This marks the first time in 13 years the Utes will play a month-long home slate, beginning with Idaho on September 3. Arkansas, scheduled for September 12, will receive a payment of $250,000, which will be returned in 2029. The non-conference series concludes with Utah State on September 19, with the Utes paying $600,000 as part of a two-for-one deal. All three games feature ticket arrangements for visiting fans, with Arkansas' game drawing particular attention due to its late kickoff time.

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  • •Utah hosts Idaho, Arkansas, and Utah State in September 2026.
  • •Total cost for hosting these games is approximately $1.45 million.
  • •Arkansas game includes a notable late kickoff time of 9:15 p.m. Central.
  • •Idaho will receive $600,000 for the opening game on September 3.
  • •Utah's non-conference schedule has not featured a month-long home slate in 13 years.
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  • 3:58 AMYahoo Sports — Utah football is spending nearly $1.5 million for three non-conference home games
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The Utes are securing a month-long home stand to launch the Morgan Scalley era, paying hefty premiums to host Idaho, Utah State, and a disgruntled Arkansas squad.

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