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Kyle Whittingham Calls Himself a ‘Free Agent’ Before Final Utah Game as Scalley Takes Over

He says he won't overstay his welcome, leaving his next move open after Utah's bowl game.

Overview

  • He will coach his last Utah game in the Las Vegas Bowl against Nebraska on Dec. 31.
  • Whittingham told reporters he is “a free agent, in the transfer portal,” signaling he will take calls and has not announced retirement.
  • Longtime defensive coordinator Morgan Scalley is set to become Utah’s head coach after the bowl.
  • Reporting on his contract notes a two‑year Special Assistant option at $3.45 million annually with a consulting load capped at 10 hours per week.
  • Utah expects three bowl opt‑outs — Spencer Fano, Caleb Lomu and Logan Fano — with the rest of the roster, including QB Devon Dampier, available.