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Kyle Whittingham, the head football coach for the University of Utah, has yet to make a decision about his future with the program. In his recent press conference, Whittingham, who has been the driving force behind Utah’s football success for almost two decades, stated that he would evaluate his options after the season concludes. He emphasized that any decision would be centered on the best interests of the program, not personal considerations. “It’ll be completely determined on how I feel this program is best served going forward,” he explained.

“I will obviously evaluate after the season’s over, see what the situation is,” – Kyle Whittingham

Whittingham’s tenure at Utah has been nothing short of remarkable. With a career record of 166-86, he has led the Utes to multiple winning seasons, including the standout 13-0 record in 2008, which concluded with a victory over Alabama in the Sugar Bowl. Under his leadership, Utah also secured a BCS No. 2 ranking in the final AP poll that year, even though the Utes were left out of the national championship game. This history has made Whittingham one of the most respected coaches in college football.

However, the current season has proven to be challenging. Utah, in its first year as a member of the Big 12, finds itself at the bottom of the standings with a 4-7 record, including a devastating seven-game losing streak. Despite these struggles, Whittingham remains committed to the future of the program. According to Whittingham, Utah has a clear succession plan in place, with defensive coordinator Morgan Scalley set to take over as the head coach when Whittingham eventually steps down.

Whittingham is expected to play a significant role in the program’s decisions going forward, ensuring a smooth transition if he chooses to retire after this season. The future of Utah football will undoubtedly be shaped by the decisions made in the coming months.