Utes Dominate Idaho in Season Opener | Utah Utes Football News

Utah crushed Idaho 66-14 in a dominant home opener, setting the tone for their 2026 season with a clean, high-energy performance. Head coach Morgan Scalley praised the team’s execution, while offensive coordinator Kevin McGiven unleashed creative formations and player combinations. QB Devon Dampier shined with 170+ yards and three TDs, connecting especially well with transfer receiver Braden Pegan — who looked like a game-changer. The Utes also showcased depth at receiver and a powerful running game led by Wayshawn Parker and freshman standout LaMarcus Bell. Defense was aggressive and disruptive, pressuring the Vandals’ QB all night. While there’s room to improve — particularly on the offensive line — this win gave Utah confidence as they prepare for Arkansas next week. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/4f015c0db8df94d1