In his coaching career, spanning more than two decades, Kyle Whittingham held positions at various programs. He began as a graduate assistant for BYU in 1985, had stints at College of Eastern Utah, then at Idaho State, and finally landed at the Utah Utes as a defensive coordinator. He climbed up the ranks and in 2004, stepped into the shoes of the head coach. He has spent two decades serving as the head coach of the Utah Utes.

And now he is getting ready for his 21st season. Last season was a disaster as the Utes tallied a 5-7 record, the worst since 2013, with his retirement rumors bubbling hot in Salt Lake City. But he quickly put those rumors to rest. “We’re back,” he said, signalling renewed determination. Now, with dual-threat QB Josiah Jefferson in town, Whittingham is ready for

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