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Big 12 Coach Explains Why He Donated $2 Million to His Own Football Program

Utah head coach Morgan Scalley and his wife, Liz, recently pledged $2 million to support the university football program. Scalley, who took over the head coaching role in December 2025 following the tenure of Kyle Whittingham, emphasized that the contribution serves as a gesture of gratitude for his family's deep-rooted history with the institution.

During an October 23 interview, he noted that his father, his wife, and he himself are all alumni of the school. The donation arrives amidst a shifting landscape in collegiate athletics, marked by new revenue-sharing models and NIL developments.

While the specific allocation of the funds remains undecided, the gift is intended to bolster the long-term stability of the program. Under Scalley's leadership, the team maintained an undefeated 6-0 record through mid-October 2026, including a recent three-point victory over Colorado.

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