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Can No. 12 Utes keep it rolling against Kansas and get Scalley off to best start by a Utah coach?

Utah’s first season under head coach Morgan Scalley has defied expectations, with the Utes thriving despite a complete overhaul of their offensive line, defensive starters, and coaching staff. The team ranks among the nation’s elite in offensive and defensive metrics, including No.

12 in scoring offense and No. 3 in scoring defense, while dominating opponents by an average margin of 14+ points per game.

Quarterback Devon Dampier has led the charge with 896 passing yards, nine touchdowns, and a 70.3% completion rate, while dual-threat running back Wayshawn Parker has emerged as a Big 12 standout with 328 rushing yards and five touchdowns. Offensively, coordinator Kevin McGiven’s innovative play-calling—featuring two quarterbacks and unconventional formations—has kept defenses guessing, while the defense has stifled opponents, particularly against the run, holding teams to just 84 rushing yards per game.

Though the Utes have occasionally struggled with late-game execution, their early-season dominance positions Scalley for a historic start as head coach.

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