Kyle Whittingham has coached his final game with the Utah Utes.
Earlier this month, Whittingham announced that he was stepping down as Utah’s head coach. He planned to coach the Utes one last time in the Las Vegas Bowl on Wednesday, but he has since taken the Michigan head coaching job. In statements released by Whittingham and Utah athletic director Mark Harlan, it was revealed that Whittingham will no longer coach the bowl game, as Michigan had requested the coach’s presence at its bowl game.
“The University of Utah is grateful for Coach Whittingham’s incredible contributions over his long tenure at the university, and we wish him and his family all the best with this next step in his career,” Harlan said in a released statement. “After discussions with Coach Whittingham, his representatives and the University of Michigan, we have granted their request to allow him to join the Michigan program immediately.
“Morgan Scalley is fully prepared to take over leadership of the Utah football program, and we join him in keeping our focus on our team, and supporting our student-athletes through this final game of the 2025 season at the Las Vegas Bowl on Dec. 31.”
When Whittingham announced that he was stepping down from Utah, he did not call it a retirement and left the door open to coaching again, saying he would listen to other opportunities. Michigan came calling, and Whittingham ended up taking the job as the new head coach of the Wolverines, replacing Sherrone Moore.
“I am grateful to our administration, staff, players, and coaches for their commitment, trust, and hard work throughout the years. This university and football program mean a great deal to me, and I am proud of what we have built together. I appreciate the support from the University of Utah allowing me to step away at this time,” Whittingham said, via Utah.
“I also want to thank our fans. Your loyalty, passion, and support have been second to none. Whether at Rice-Eccles Stadium or representing Utah across the country, you have made this time special and created memories that will last a lifetime.
“Utah will always hold a special place in my heart, and I wish Coach Scalley and the program a smooth transition and continued success moving forward. Thank you for everything.”
Both Utah and Michigan play on Dec. 31. The No. 15 Utes face Nebraska in the Las Vegas Bowl, a 3:30 p.m. ET kickoff. The No. 18 Wolverines face No. 13 Texas in the Citrus Bowl, which kicks off at 3 p.m. ET from Orlando. Michigan reportedly sought Whittingham’s presence to get familiar with the roster ahead of the transfer portal opening on Jan. 2.
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