The Utah Blockcast

Utah football enters Big 12 play with a 3–0 record and plenty to build on. Hear from wide receivers coach Chad Bumphis, quarterback Devon Dampier and left tackle Zereoue Williams during Monday’s media availability on September 21.

Dampier discusses his connection with Braden Pegan, why Wayshawn Parker’s blocking reflects his leadership, and the playoff urgency behind Utah’s approach to every week.

Bumphis breaks down Ricky Johnson’s emergence, the competition for receiver snaps and what needs to improve after missed opportunities against Utah State.

Williams discusses the offensive line’s growing confidence, freshman Kelvin Obot’s impact and the details Utah needs to sharpen in the run game.

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Utah football improved to 3-0 with a 33-0 shutout of Utah State, but the final score doesn’t tell the entire story.

Steve Bartle and Josh Bennett break down Devon Dampier’s impressive decision-making, Braden Pegan’s breakout performance and why Utah struggled to generate consistent movement in the run game. Was the offensive line the problem, or did Utah State’s aggressive defensive approach deserve more credit?

They also examine another dominant performance from Utah’s defense, the emergence of Rabbit Evans and a linebacker group that continues to exceed expectations.

Then, it’s time for the Utah Blockcast Big 12 Power Rankings. Utah, BYU and Texas Tech lead the championship conversation—but which team has earned the No. 1 spot through three weeks?

Topics include:

• What Utah learned from its uneven running game
• Dampier’s throws and rapid decision-making
• Pegan’s emergence as a featured target
• Rabbit Evans and Utah’s defensive depth
• The Big 12’s contenders, risers and frauds
• An early look toward Utah’s trip to Iowa State

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Utah football is back at Rice-Eccles Stadium for the Battle of the Brothers against Utah State, and the Aggies bring a defense that could give the Utes a very different challenge than Arkansas did.

Steve Bartle and Josh Bennett preview Utah vs. Utah State, breaking down Devon Dampier’s efficiency, Wayshawn Parker’s hot start, Utah’s improving offensive line and the key individual matchups to watch on both sides of the ball.

They also dive into Utah State’s strong run defense, Grady Brosterhous’ scrambling ability, Javon Robinson’s big-play threat, Utah’s pass rush, and what the Utes still need to prove before Big 12 play begins.

Plus, Utah stat spotlights, rapid-fire over/unders, final score predictions and live viewer questions.

Utah football’s 2–0 start has supplied reasons to believe the Utes can contend in the Big 12. Which early developments deserve the most confidence—and what still needs to improve?

Steve Bartle breaks down what Utah has shown against Idaho and Arkansas, starting with an offensive line that has exceeded expectations and an offense giving Devon Dampier more help. Wayshawn Parker’s emergence as a complete offensive weapon, Noah Bennee’s breakout and Kevin McGiven’s emphasis on creating space have made the Utes a different kind of challenge.

On defense, Johnathan Hall and Jireh Moe are providing important answers, a deeper rotation is helping Utah up front, and the secondary is giving Steve a reason to buy in.

In this episode:
• Why the offensive line has changed Utah’s outlook
• How Utah is creating more yards after the catch
• What makes Wayshawn Parker’s start so impressive
• Hall, Moe and the encouraging run defense
• Why Steve trusts Utah’s secondary—even with tougher passing offenses ahead
• What Utah needs from its wide receivers against Utah State

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Utah’s defense is building momentum after the win over Arkansas. Luther Elliss, Lance Holtzclaw, James Chenault and Jireh Moe discuss the Utes’ progress through two games and preparations for Utah State.

Elliss explains why Utah prioritized Moe in the transfer portal despite concerns about his size, how his impact extends beyond the stat sheet and why rotating the defensive front matters.

Also in this media availability:

• Holtzclaw discusses his versatility, creating pressure and playing in Colton Swan’s aggressive defense.
• Chenault breaks down the secondary’s confidence, staying ready through rotations and playing alongside Jackson Bennee.
• Moe explains the setup behind his successful spin move against Arkansas, drawing inspiration from Aaron Donald and why the staff’s sincerity helped bring him to Utah.

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Utah’s offense is off to an explosive start, and the Utes believe there is still plenty more to come.

Wayshawn Parker, Byrd Ficklin, running backs coach Mark Atuaia and tight end Noah Bennee met with the media Monday as Utah turns its attention toward an in-state matchup with Utah State.

Parker discussed his six-touchdown start, his growing role in the passing game and the promise he made to Ficklin before their 51-yard connection against Arkansas. Ficklin broke down Utah’s versatile offensive packages, his relationship with Devon Dampier and why the Utes are so comfortable moving quarterbacks, running backs and receivers all over the formation.

Atuaia discussed Parker’s development, Daniel Bray’s growing role and Utah’s talented running back room, while Bennee reflected on his breakout performance against Arkansas and what it means to play Utah State as a lifelong Utah fan.

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Utah made a statement in Week 2, burying Arkansas 43-10 and answering some of the biggest questions surrounding the Utes entering the season.

Steve Bartle and Josh Bennett break down what stood out most from the win, including Utah’s performance in the trenches, the offensive line handling Arkansas’ pressure packages, Jireh Moe’s breakout performance and the growing depth throughout the defense. They also dive into Devon Dampier and Utah’s more aggressive passing attack, Wayshawn Parker’s versatility, Noah Bennee’s emergence and why Kevin McGiven’s offense has become so difficult to predict.

The guys also run through a wild Week 2 across college football and the Big 12, including Oklahoma State’s upset of Oregon, Michigan’s win over Oklahoma, BYU’s second-half response against Arizona, questions surrounding Texas Tech and what Iowa State’s performance means with Utah’s conference opener looming.

An updated Big 12 power ranking, why Utah currently belongs in the conference-title conversation and what still needs to improve before the schedule gets tougher.

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Utah made a statement Saturday night with a dominant 43-10 win over Arkansas at Rice-Eccles Stadium.

Steve Bartle and Josh Bennett break down the Utes’ complete performance, beginning with Wayshawn Parker’s three-touchdown night and Jireh Moe’s breakout showing up front. They dive into how Utah answered its biggest questions in the trenches, Devon Dampier’s efficient four-touchdown performance, Noah Bennee’s emergence as a legitimate big-play threat, and the defensive adjustments that shut Arkansas down after its opening drive. 

The guys also discuss Kevin McGiven’s unpredictable offensive approach, Colton Swan’s early impact as defensive coordinator, Utah’s improved tackling and defensive depth, and why this performance should raise expectations for what the Utes can become in the Big 12. It wasn’t a perfect night — and that might be the most encouraging part. Utah dominated while still leaving plenty to clean up.  

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Can Arkansas handle Utah under the lights at Rice-Eccles Stadium? Steve Bartle and Josh Bennett preview the matchup, respond to D.J. Williams’ comments and celebrate Eric Weddle’s Ring of Honor recognition—including his memorable showdown with Calvin Johnson.

The guys break down Utah’s offensive line, Braden Pegan and Wayshawn Parker against Arkansas’ defense, and Elijah Reed’s matchup with Chris Marshall. Plus, why Devon Dampier’s experience could be the difference against KJ Jackson.

They finish with rapid-fire over/unders, breakout picks, score predictions and a look at a revealing Big 12 weekend.

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Utah head coach Morgan Scalley and members of the Utes’ defense meet with the media ahead of Saturday night’s matchup against Arkansas.

Scalley explains why the game could be decided at the line of scrimmage, provides updates on Keith Olson and Isaiah Garcia, and discusses Utah’s unsettled offensive-line rotation.

Utah’s safety coach Derrick Odum and players - Elijah Reed, Rabbit Evans, Scooby Davis, Karson Kaufusi - break down different dynamics of last week's performance and look ahead to Saturday's contest against Arkansas.