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Utah Football Coach Kyle Whittingham to Retire
13 Dec
Summary
- Kyle Whittingham is retiring after 21 years as Utah's head coach.
- He amassed 177 career wins, the most in Utah program history.
- Whittingham led the Utes to three conference titles and two Rose Bowl appearances.
After an illustrious 21-year tenure, Kyle Whittingham has announced his retirement as the head football coach at the University of Utah. His final game will be the Las Vegas Bowl on December 31st, where the Utes will face Nebraska. Whittingham leaves behind a legacy as the program's winningest coach, with 177 career victories, ranking him third among active FBS coaches.
Whittingham's time at Utah was marked by significant achievements, including leading the team to three conference championships and two Rose Bowl appearances. He also secured two top-five finishes in the AP Top 25 and an undefeated season in 2008, culminating in a Sugar Bowl victory over Alabama. His remarkable coaching was recognized with National Coach of the Year awards in 2008 and 2019.
Utah's athletic director, Mark Harlan, lauded Whittingham as one of the most impactful figures in the university's athletic history, emphasizing his leadership and integrity. Defensive coordinator Morgan Scalley, who was named head coach-in-waiting in July 2024, is anticipated to succeed Whittingham. Under Whittingham's guidance, Utah experienced 18 winning seasons and successfully transitioned conferences.
