Overview
- Whittingham, 66, announced he will coach his final game on Dec. 31 against Nebraska in the Las Vegas Bowl.
- He departs as Utah’s all-time wins leader with a 177-88 record over 21 seasons that produced 18 winning campaigns.
- His tenure included an undefeated 2008 season capped by a Sugar Bowl win over Alabama, two Rose Bowl appearances, and three conference titles.
- Utah rebounded from a 5-7 finish in 2024 to go 10-2 this season, landing No. 15 in the final College Football Playoff rankings.
- Scalley has been the coach-in-waiting since 2024 and is expected to be elevated, with reports noting a contract nearing completion and separate reports describing a possible two-year special-assistant role for Whittingham.