On this episode... Utah steamrolled Baylor 55–28, we break it all down — from the unstoppable rushing attack to the shirtless fan phenomenon and Johnathan Hall’s breakout at linebacker. Then, dive into the Dampier–Ficklin QB dynamic, what Week 12’s results means for Utah’s Big 12 title hopes, and a reminder to show up this weekend for senior day.

Steve Bartle & Josh Bennett were live on-site to react to Utah's 55-28 win over Baylor. Despite a lackluster defensive performance, Utah's rushing attack was the dominant factor in this one.

The Blockcast crew hits the road with the No. 13 Utah Utes as they travel to Waco for a pivotal Big 12 showdown against Baylor. With both teams coming off a bye, Utah looks to keep its conference title hopes alive while the Bears fight for bowl eligibility and respect on their home turf.

Steve Bartle and Josh Bennett break down key matchups like Utah’s dominant rushing attack versus Baylor’s shaky front seven, and spotlight the tight end duel between Dallen Bentley and Baylor’s Michael Trigg. The potential game plan for disrupting QB Sawyer Robertson, how Utah’s defense can dictate tempo, and why balance on offense remains the key to a statement win.

Predictions, stats, and listener questions round out the episode — from rushing yard forecasts to who’s emerging as Utah’s quiet team leader

On this episode... Utah's Mark Harlan to the CFB Playoff Comittee, Utah men's and women's basketball sign 2026 class. Lastly, Utah sitting at 7–2 and ranked No. 13 in the College Football Playoff, Utah football has earned something many didn’t think was possible a year ago — think back twelve months ago, the Utes were limping through to the finish line of a 5–7 season. The leadership has been everything to Utah's turnaround.

Utah comes out of the bye with no margin for error. We break down Kyle Whittingham’s message heading into Baylor, plus some appreciation for Creed Whittemore. Then transition to Utah basketball, which picked up a commitment over the weekend, and improved to 3-0 Monday night.

Utah was on a bye, but the Big 12 wasn’t. Texas Tech’s win over BYU shifted the title-race math, so I break down the simplified path Utah needs to travel reach the Big 12 Championship — including the key tiebreakers that actually matter.

Then the switch to hoops: Utah basketball is 2-0 and back at the Huntsman on Monday night vs. Holy Cross. Go Utes.

In this week’s episode, Steve Bartle & Josh Bennett break down the latest — from Utah’s debut at No. 13 in the first 2025 College Football Playoff rankings, and position-by-position grades.

3:39 - No. 13 Utah & What Needs to Happen - We open with Utah’s ranking, what it really means, and map out the two possible paths to the playoff.

12:01 - Position-by-Position Grades - Here’s the gritty part: we grade every major unit — QB, run game, offensive line, WR/TE room, front seven, secondary, and special teams.

In this week’s episode, Steve Bartle & Josh Bennett break down the latest — from Utah’s debut at No. 13 in the first 2025 College Football Playoff rankings, and position-by-position grades.

3:39 - No. 13 Utah & What Needs to Happen - We open with Utah’s ranking, what it really means, and map out the two possible paths to the playoff.

12:01 - Position-by-Position Grades - Here’s the gritty part: we grade every major unit — QB, run game, offensive line, WR/TE room, front seven, secondary, and special teams.

The first 2025 College Football Playoff Initial Rankings dropped, with BYU Cougars at No. 7, Texas Tech Red Raiders at No. 8 and the Utah Utes cracking the top-13 at No. 13, the Big 12 Conference is finally getting respect.

On this episode:

Why the committee’s nod of respect to Utah and the Big 12, now it's up to the league to 'prove it on the field.' 

A rundown of Utah's chances at an at-large big, including what has to break outside Salt Lake City for the Utes to leapfrog teams like Oregon Ducks, Notre Dame Fighting Irish, Texas Longhorns and Oklahoma Sooners.

In this week’s episode of the Utah Blockcast, we break down the Utes’ commanding 45-14 win over No. 17 Cincinnati — from explosive offensive plays and dominant rushing yards to game-changing special teams and what this means for Utah’s Big 12 title hopes. Join Steve, Cam, Tyson, and Josh as they unpack the big moments, highlight standout players, and look ahead to what’s next in the conference race.