Who is replacing Kyle Whittingham as Utah's head football coach?

Utah's defensive coordinator, Morgan Scalley, is expected to succeed Kyle Whittingham.

How many wins did Kyle Whittingham achieve at Utah?

Kyle Whittingham achieved 177 career victories during his time as the head coach at the University of Utah.

What significant achievements did Kyle Whittingham have with the Utah Utes?

Whittingham led Utah to three conference championships, two Rose Bowl appearances, and an undefeated season in 2008.

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Utah Football Coach Kyle Whittingham to Retire

13 Dec, 2025

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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.

Utah Football Coach Kyle Whittingham to Retire

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.