Utah Utes prepare for 2026 season under Morgan Scalley
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 31, 2026, 6:52 AM
Last updated Jul 31, 2026
The Utah Utes are gearing up for the 2026 college football season, starting fall camp as expectations run high for head coach Morgan Scalley. Despite the departure of Kyle Whittingham, the Utes aim to replicate last year's 11-win season. Quarterback Devon Dampier is positioned for a breakout year, returning after an injury-plagued 2025. The team will also look to integrate talented transfers and creative plays to enhance their performance this season. Upcoming challenges include a rivalry game against BYU on November 7.
- •Fall camp for Utah starts as teams prepare for the new season.
- •Devon Dampier aims to improve on 2025's performance with a clean bill of health.
- •The Utes acquired underrated transfers expected to impact the season.
- •Rivalry matchup against BYU is scheduled for November 7.
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"Morgan Scalley launches a new era in Salt Lake City as a healthy Devon Dampier chases Big 12 glory and a potential College Football Playoff berth.
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