On bye week, BYU moves up to No. 14, Utah up to No. 16 in latest AP Top 25 rankings

Most Recent

Josh Furlong's AP Top 25: Texas wins on bye week as chaos erupts, uncertainty abounds

Josh Furlong's AP Top 25: Texas wins on bye week as chaos erupts, uncertainty abounds

Josh Furlong, KSL.com  |  Posted Oct. 6 - 10:01 a.m.  |  Save Story

Five teams ranked inside the top 11 lost over the weekend — and all but one came against unranked opponents.
U. strikes deal to keep baseball at Smith's Ballpark for one more year

U. strikes deal to keep baseball at Smith's Ballpark for one more year

Carter Williams, KSL.com  |  Posted Oct. 4 - 3:04 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Bees might be gone, but baseball will remain at Smith's Ballpark for one more season.
KSL.com Pick'em: Staff picks for Week 6 of college football

KSL.com Pick'em: Staff picks for Week 6 of college football

KSL.com Sports  |  Posted Oct. 4 - 10:32 a.m.  |  Save Story

Each week, we'll release the KSL.com sports staff picks for you to see. Can you do a better job than us? Probably, but that's the fun of it all.
Red zone woes? A look at Utah's problem, where it went wrong, and how it can be fixed

Red zone woes? A look at Utah's problem, where it went wrong, and how it can be fixed

Josh Furlong, KSL.com  |  Posted Oct. 3 - 6:32 p.m.  |  Save Story

At the end of the day — amid all the contributing factors — it was the offense not producing in the red zone that ultimately led to Utah's fall.
The Holy Score: Yes, BYU is legit, and the path to the Big 12 title is wide open

The Holy Score: Yes, BYU is legit, and the path to the Big 12 title is wide open

Jon Wilner, Bay Area News Group  |  Posted Oct. 2 - 10:43 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Cougars are attempting to produce an upside surprise for the ages.
Cam Rising 'wants to play worse than anybody,' but his status still in question

Cam Rising 'wants to play worse than anybody,' but his status still in question

Josh Furlong, KSL.com  |  Posted Oct. 2 - 7:58 a.m.  |  Save Story

It's been 670 days since Rising last played a full game of college football — at no real fault of his own.
Pac-12 bowl projections: No change in Utah's outlook, Colorado to Holiday Bowl

Pac-12 bowl projections: No change in Utah's outlook, Colorado to Holiday Bowl

Jon Wilner, Bay Area News Group  |  Posted Oct. 1 - 10:12 a.m.  |  Save Story

The Hotline's current forecast calls for nine teams to qualify for the postseason.
KSL.com College Pick'em: 3 BYU fans go undefeated to top Week 5 leaderboard

KSL.com College Pick'em: 3 BYU fans go undefeated to top Week 5 leaderboard

KSL.com Sports  |  Posted Oct. 1 - 10:08 a.m.  |  Save Story

Another week of college football has come and gone, and hopefully your picks over the weekend were great.
The Utah Checkdown podcast: Where it all went wrong for Utah

The Utah Checkdown podcast: Where it all went wrong for Utah

KSL.com Sports  |  Posted Sept. 30 - 11:40 a.m.  |  Save Story

After a 4-0 start to the season, Utah football dropped its first game of the season on Saturday to Arizona. It's one of those losses that left everyone frustrated.
BYU jumps up to No. 17, Utah falls to No. 18 in latest AP Top 25 poll

BYU jumps up to No. 17, Utah falls to No. 18 in latest AP Top 25 poll

Josh Furlong, KSL.com  |  Posted Sept. 29 - 12:15 p.m.  |  Save Story

After looking like the top team from the Big 12 after four weeks of play, Utah got a rude awakening Saturday night on their home turf.
Josh Furlong's AP Top 25: Alabama takes the top spot amid top-10 shakeup

Josh Furlong's AP Top 25: Alabama takes the top spot amid top-10 shakeup

Josh Furlong, KSL.com  |  Posted Sept. 29 - 10:01 a.m.  |  Save Story

The unpredictable happened to many teams in Week 5.
'This is unacceptable for us': No. 10 Utah outplayed, falls flat in 23-10 loss to Arizona

'This is unacceptable for us': No. 10 Utah outplayed, falls flat in 23-10 loss to Arizona

Josh Furlong, KSL.com  |  Updated Sept. 29 - 12:58 a.m.  |  Save Story

In a game that went sideways from the beginning, Utah had no answer for a visiting Arizona team off a bye week.
Game Center: No. 10 Utah vs. Arizona

Game Center: No. 10 Utah vs. Arizona

KSL.com Sports  |  Posted Sept. 28 - 8:13 p.m.  |  Save Story

Follow along as the No. 10 Utah Utes take on the Arizona Wildcats at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City, Utah, with KSL.com's live Game Center.
'We've got to get them back': Utes look for redemption after demoralizing 2023 loss to Wildcats

'We've got to get them back': Utes look for redemption after demoralizing 2023 loss to Wildcats

Josh Furlong, KSL.com  |  Posted Sept. 28 - 9:09 a.m.  |  Save Story

It's a defeat that Utah players and coaches remember fondly.
Keys to the game: A look at Utah's night meeting at home against Arizona

Keys to the game: A look at Utah's night meeting at home against Arizona

Nathan Dunn, KSL.com  |  Posted Sept. 27 - 3:13 p.m.  |  Save Story

No. 10 Utah showed out versus No. 14 Oklahoma State last wek, how do they stop a high-powered Arizona offense?
Pick Six Previews: Expect Utah to take out some frustration on Arizona

Pick Six Previews: Expect Utah to take out some frustration on Arizona

Brett Ciancia, Pick Six Previews  |  Posted Sept. 27 - 1:03 p.m.  |  Save Story

Until we actually see Cam Rising start and play a full game, this is from the perspective of Isaac Wilson leading the team at quarterback.
KSL.com Pick'em: Staff picks for Week 5 of college football

KSL.com Pick'em: Staff picks for Week 5 of college football

KSL.com Sports  |  Posted Sept. 27 - 10:26 a.m.  |  Save Story

Each week, we'll release the KSL.com sports staff picks for you to see. Can you do a better job than us? Probably, but that's the fun of it all.
Utah volleyball wins Big 12 opener over Texas Tech in hard-fought 3-1 match

Utah volleyball wins Big 12 opener over Texas Tech in hard-fought 3-1 match

Ella Peterson, KSL.com  |  Posted Sept. 27 - 12:07 a.m.  |  Save Story

In front of a rowdy home crowd, the Utes battled through four intense sets to secure their seventh consecutive win, marking a successful start to their Big 12 journey.
Picks of the week: BYU has thumped opponents and demolished the point spread

Picks of the week: BYU has thumped opponents and demolished the point spread

Jon Wilner, Bay Area News Group  |  Posted Sept. 26 - 11:29 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Georgia-Alabama showdown highlights our Week 5 picks against the spread.
The Holy Score: After stellar wins, Utah and BYU side by side on top tier of Big 12

The Holy Score: After stellar wins, Utah and BYU side by side on top tier of Big 12

Jon Wilner, Bay Area News Group  |  Posted Sept. 26 - 9:43 a.m.  |  Save Story

The rivals have played first-class defense through the first month of the season.
As Utah women's basketball prepares for Big 12 transition, high expectations remain

As Utah women's basketball prepares for Big 12 transition, high expectations remain

Josh Furlong, KSL.com  |  Posted Sept. 26 - 9:02 a.m.  |  Save Story

Lynne Roberts welcomed the high expectations at the end of last season.
Pac-12 bowl projections: Utah and Oregon to the CFP as USC's outlook dims

Pac-12 bowl projections: Utah and Oregon to the CFP as USC's outlook dims

Jon Wilner, Bay Area News Group  |  Posted Sept. 25 - 1:43 p.m.  |  Save Story

Updated Hotline projections have nine teams headed to the postseason.
After being a bit of a concern, Kyle Whittingham 'pleased' with secondary

After being a bit of a concern, Kyle Whittingham 'pleased' with secondary

Josh Furlong, KSL.com  |  Posted Sept. 25 - 1:03 p.m.  |  Save Story

While there's always more room for improvement, the defense has turned what was perceived to be a weakness in the secondary to a strength just four games into the season.
The Utah Checkdown podcast: Wilson continues to improve, defense shines as Utah beats OK State

The Utah Checkdown podcast: Wilson continues to improve, defense shines as Utah beats OK State

KSL.com Sports  |  Posted Sept. 24 - 2:05 p.m.  |  Save Story

Utah went on the road against a ranked opponent and got a win with a dominant performance by the defense and another strong offensive showing from true freshman Isaac Wilson.
Patrick Kinahan: Familiar names top Big 12 power poll

Patrick Kinahan: Familiar names top Big 12 power poll

Patrick Kinahan for KSL.com  |  Posted Sept. 24 - 10:32 a.m.  |  Save Story

Thankfully done with the preliminaries, which often border on glorified scrimmages, conference play has begun in earnest around in the country in college football.
KSL.com College Pick'em: 2 BYU fans, 1 Utah fan top the Week 4 chaos

KSL.com College Pick'em: 2 BYU fans, 1 Utah fan top the Week 4 chaos

KSL.com Sports  |  Posted Sept. 24 - 9:55 a.m.  |  Save Story

Another week of college football has come and gone, and hopefully your picks over the weekend were great.
CFP projections: The Wazzu-Boise State duel has far-reaching consequences

CFP projections: The Wazzu-Boise State duel has far-reaching consequences

Jon Wilner, Bay Area News Group  |  Posted Sept. 23 - 11:01 p.m.  |  Save Story

The outcome will impact the Group of Five race and the CFP's at-large pool.
Allie Fryer's brace helps BYU hold off rival Utah in Big 12 play

Allie Fryer's brace helps BYU hold off rival Utah in Big 12 play

Sean Walker, KSL.com  |  Posted Sept. 23 - 10:17 p.m.  |  Save Story

Allie Fryer bagged a brace to lift the Cougars by the Utes, 2-1 in a rivalry match at South Field, her third-straight goal to keep BYU unbeaten at home in conference play.
Isaac Wilson remains Utah's future, but is that time already here?

Isaac Wilson remains Utah's future, but is that time already here?

Josh Furlong, KSL.com  |  Posted Sept. 23 - 8:59 a.m.  |  Save Story

Cam Rising remains Utah's starting quarterback, even though he's played just 3.5 quarters of football over the last two seasons for the Utes.
Watercooler Talk: BYU and Utah in the Big 12 title game? Plus RSL star Diego Luna

Watercooler Talk: BYU and Utah in the Big 12 title game? Plus RSL star Diego Luna

Caleb Turner, KSL.com  |  Posted Sept. 22 - 10:27 p.m.  |  Save Story

Another exciting weekend in Utah sports brought a dominant win for BYU football and the debut of the Utah Hockey Club in NHL preseason play.
Best of the West: BYU soars, WSU holds and Arizona slips (despite being idle)

Best of the West: BYU soars, WSU holds and Arizona slips (despite being idle)

Jon Wilner, Bay Area News Group  |  Posted Sept. 22 - 1:22 p.m.  |  Save Story

Utah remained on top following an impressive win at Oklahoma State.
Utah moves up to No. 10, BYU checks in at No. 22 in latest AP Top 25 rankings

Utah moves up to No. 10, BYU checks in at No. 22 in latest AP Top 25 rankings

Josh Furlong, KSL.com  |  Posted Sept. 22 - 12:16 p.m.  |  Save Story

There are just two teams at the top of the Big 12 standings with a 4-0 record after the first week of conference play.
Josh Furlong's AP Top 25: Tennessee makes a bit of a jump after Oklahoma win

Josh Furlong's AP Top 25: Tennessee makes a bit of a jump after Oklahoma win

Josh Furlong, KSL.com  |  Posted Sept. 22 - 10:01 a.m.  |  Save Story

Week 4 of college football featured four games in which both teams were ranked inside the Associated Press Top 25, highlighting some great matchups around the country.
After years of waiting, Micah Bernard breaks through as leading running back for Utes

After years of waiting, Micah Bernard breaks through as leading running back for Utes

Josh Furlong, KSL.com  |  Posted Sept. 21 - 9:46 p.m.  |  Save Story

Senior running back Micah Bernard had something to get off his chest.
Isaac Wilson earns 2nd win as starter as No. 12 Utes get past No. 14 Cowboys

Isaac Wilson earns 2nd win as starter as No. 12 Utes get past No. 14 Cowboys

Josh Furlong, KSL.com  |  Updated Sept. 21 - 7:12 p.m.  |  Save Story

In a low-scoring affair, Utah came out on top, 22-19 over Oklahoma State at Boone Pickens Stadium on Saturday afternoon in a gritty game between the two Big 12 title contenders.
Game Center: No. 12 Utah at No. 14 Oklahoma State

Game Center: No. 12 Utah at No. 14 Oklahoma State

KSL.com Sports  |  Posted Sept. 21 - 1:58 p.m.  |  Save Story

Follow along as the No. 12 Utah Utes take on the No. 14 Oklahoma State Cowboys at Boone Pickens Stadium in Stillwater, Oklahoma, with KSL.com's live Game Center.
Pick Six Previews: Utah to claim statement win over Oklahoma State

Pick Six Previews: Utah to claim statement win over Oklahoma State

Brett Ciancia, Pick Six Previews  |  Posted Sept. 20 - 1:02 p.m.  |  Save Story

With Cam Rising back under center, this is the best team in the Big 12, and Utah should win both lines of scrimmage.
KSL.com Pick'em: Staff picks for Week 4 of college football

KSL.com Pick'em: Staff picks for Week 4 of college football

KSL.com Sports  |  Posted Sept. 20 - 10:27 a.m.  |  Save Story

Each week, we'll release the KSL.com sports staff picks for you to see. Can you do a better job than us? Probably, but that's the fun of it all.
Week 4 picks: Washington in must-win mode, Utah survives at Oklahoma State

Week 4 picks: Washington in must-win mode, Utah survives at Oklahoma State

Jon Wilner, Bay Area News Group  |  Posted Sept. 20 - 10:16 a.m.  |  Save Story

The Huskies cannot afford another loss with a rugged schedule looming.
Utah softball kicks off fall ball season against SLCC, showcases new faces

Utah softball kicks off fall ball season against SLCC, showcases new faces

Ella Peterson, KSL.com  |  Posted Sept. 19 - 11:53 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Utah Utes softball team opened their fall ball season Thursday night on Dumke Field, defeating the Salt Lake Community College Bruins 13-7, showcasing their depth and fresh talent.
The Utah Checkdown podcast: Cam Rising rumors ahead of pivotal OK State game

The Utah Checkdown podcast: Cam Rising rumors ahead of pivotal OK State game

KSL.com Sports  |  Posted Sept. 19 - 2:03 p.m.  |  Save Story

As Utah prepares for the start of Big 12 play in a pivotal game against Oklahoma State, the status of the team's quarterback remains in the spotlight.
Dom and Nate: How 2 Utah defensive linemen are 'keeping the energy up' for Utes

Dom and Nate: How 2 Utah defensive linemen are 'keeping the energy up' for Utes

Josh Furlong, KSL.com  |  Posted Sept. 19 - 9:03 a.m.  |  Save Story

It doesn't take long to see that Junior Tafuna and Keanu Tanuvasa are different.
Holy Score: Utah struggles early, BYU dominates as both teams remain undefeated

Holy Score: Utah struggles early, BYU dominates as both teams remain undefeated

Jon Wilner, Bay Area News Group  |  Posted Sept. 17 - 11:23 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Utes leaned on rookie quarterback Isaac Wilson against Utah State.
3-star safety Nathan Tilmon's roller coaster journey to committing to Utah

3-star safety Nathan Tilmon's roller coaster journey to committing to Utah

Tyler Harden for KSL.com  |  Posted Sept. 17 - 1:16 p.m.  |  Save Story

A brief timeline of three-star safety, Nathan Tilmon, and his recruitment with Utah
Pac-12 bowl projections: Utah, USC and Oregon to the CFP, and Arizona a plot twist

Pac-12 bowl projections: Utah, USC and Oregon to the CFP, and Arizona a plot twist

Jon Wilner, Bay Area News Group  |  Posted Sept. 17 - 11:22 a.m.  |  Save Story

The Sun Devils and Wildcats have experienced unexpected starts to the 2024 season.
Patrick Kinahan: Rising's competitive nature could derail Utah's dreams

Patrick Kinahan: Rising's competitive nature could derail Utah's dreams

Patrick Kinahan for KSL.com  |  Posted Sept. 17 - 10:26 a.m.  |  Save Story

Expected to return for this week's Big 12 showdown with Oklahoma State, Utah quarterback Cam Rising might want to reign in his competitive nature for the sake of the team.
KSL.com College Pick'em: 1 Utah fan, 2 BYU fans top leaderboard after Week 3

KSL.com College Pick'em: 1 Utah fan, 2 BYU fans top leaderboard after Week 3

KSL.com Sports  |  Posted Sept. 17 - 9:48 a.m.  |  Save Story

Another week of college football has come and gone, and hopefully your picks over the weekend were great.
Tight end Caleb Lohner is a 'weapon' for Utes, and his role is likely to expand

Tight end Caleb Lohner is a 'weapon' for Utes, and his role is likely to expand

Josh Furlong, KSL.com  |  Posted Sept. 17 - 9:02 a.m.  |  Save Story

His transition looks easy enough that it'll likely have more football coaches wondering if they can steal a few forwards from the basketball team to get similar results for their football team.
College Football Playoff projections: How USC vs. Michigan explains the world

College Football Playoff projections: How USC vs. Michigan explains the world

Jon Wilner, Bay Area News Group  |  Posted Sept. 16 - 9:48 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Trojans are in the Big Ten for exactly the matchup on display Saturday afternoon.
The Utah Checkdown podcast: Isaac Wilson making progress at QB as Utes beat Aggies

The Utah Checkdown podcast: Isaac Wilson making progress at QB as Utes beat Aggies

KSL.com Sports  |  Posted Sept. 16 - 1:22 p.m.  |  Save Story

Isaac Wilson got his first career start against in-state opponent Utah State. And though not perfect, the freshman QB showed signs of optimism about his game.
Little by little, Isaac Wilson showcasing his potential at quarterback for Utes

Little by little, Isaac Wilson showcasing his potential at quarterback for Utes

Josh Furlong, KSL.com  |  Posted Sept. 16 - 9:47 a.m.  |  Save Story

Wilson wasn't perfect by any means in his first start, but his development as the game progressed was noticeable.
Watercooler Talk: Battle of the Brothers, blown leads and players to buy stock in early

Watercooler Talk: Battle of the Brothers, blown leads and players to buy stock in early

KSL.com Sports  |  Posted Sept. 15 - 10:58 p.m.  |  Save Story

Host Caleb Turner breaks down the weekend's sporting events from American football to the original football and hands out some winners and losers.
Utah stays put at No. 12 in latest AP Top 25 rankings after 3-0 start to season

Utah stays put at No. 12 in latest AP Top 25 rankings after 3-0 start to season

Josh Furlong, KSL.com  |  Posted Sept. 15 - 12:16 p.m.  |  Save Story

In a hostile environment — even if half the stadium was Utes fans — Utah freshman quarterback Isaac Wilson got the job done in his first career start.
Josh Furlong's AP Top 25: Texas overtakes Georgia for top spot

Josh Furlong's AP Top 25: Texas overtakes Georgia for top spot

Josh Furlong, KSL.com  |  Posted Sept. 15 - 10:01 a.m.  |  Save Story

The Week 3 slate had some entertaining games, but it was a mostly chalk weekend.
Isaac Wilson earns first win as No. 12 Utah overcomes slow start to get past Utah State

Isaac Wilson earns first win as No. 12 Utah overcomes slow start to get past Utah State

Josh Furlong, KSL.com  |  Updated Sept. 14 - 7:25 p.m.  |  Save Story

Bryson Barnes shocked his former team to start the game, but freshman Isaac Wilson took care of business down the stretch to lead Utah to a win.
Game Center: No. 12 Utah at Utah State

Game Center: No. 12 Utah at Utah State

KSL.com Sports  |  Posted Sept. 14 - 2:28 p.m.  |  Save Story

Follow along as the No. 12 Utah Utes take on the Utah State Aggies at Maverik Stadium in Logan, Utah, with KSL.com's live Game Center.
Pick Six Previews: Utes have more than enough talent to top Aggies

Pick Six Previews: Utes have more than enough talent to top Aggies

Brett Ciancia, Pick Six Previews  |  Posted Sept. 13 - 1:01 p.m.  |  Save Story

While Utah has won 14 of the last 15 matchups, the one loss occurred in Logan, where they head Saturday.
KSL.com Pick'em: Staff picks for Week 3 of college football

KSL.com Pick'em: Staff picks for Week 3 of college football

KSL.com Sports  |  Posted Sept. 13 - 10:21 a.m.  |  Save Story

Each week, we'll release the KSL.com sports staff picks for you to see. Can you do a better job than us? Probably, but that's the fun of it all.
Utes secure historic first Big 12 victory against Arizona

Utes secure historic first Big 12 victory against Arizona

Ella Peterson, KSL.com  |  Posted Sept. 12 - 10:49 p.m.  |  Save Story

Coming off a surprising loss to Utah Valley, the Utah women's soccer team bounced back in a big way, securing their first-ever Big 12 victory.