Crimson Corner with Bill Riley

Voice of the Utes Bill Riley is joined by Utah Athletics newest Hall of fame Inductee Delon Wright, Utah Basketball legend,10-year NBA veteran, and the first player in Utah men's basketball history to be named to the first-team All-Pac-12 in consecutive years 2014 and 2015.  Bill updates on the latest around Utah Athletics, including a preseason Big 12 Football Power Poll, question of th week, a player to watch, and reading some listener emails. All that and more on this week's Crimson Corner!

Voice of the Utes Bill Riley is joined by college football writer and analyst Phil Steele, publisher of the annual Phil Steele's College Football Preview. Phil shares his thoughts on the 2026 Utes, the Big 12 at large and other college football insights. Bill updates on the latest around Utah Athletics, including last week's Big 12 Football Media Days and women's soccer beginning preseason practice. All that and more on this week's Crimson Corner!

Voice of the Utes Bill Riley is joined by TNT Sports college football announcers J.B. Long and Mike Golic, Jr., from Big 12 Football Media Days in Frisco, Texas. Hear their perspective on this year's Big 12 favorites, some teams that could surprise, and where the Utes fit into the conference title race in Morgan Scalley's first year as head coach.

Voice of the Utes Bill Riley takes you inside the latest news and information about the Utes as the calendar flips to July and the 2026-27 competition year comes into view. He brings you another Utah Football question of the week plus a player to watch, as well as news about exploration of a Jon M. Huntsman Center renovation and the Utes' next apparel partner, coming in 2027. All that and more on the Crimson Corner!

Voice of the Utes Bill Riley is joined by former Utah Softball star Hannah Flippen who now plays professionally for the Utah Talons of the AUSL. Hear about Hannah's experience being back in Salt Lake City–and Dumke Family Softball Stadium–playing for the Talons, and how her time with the Utes and her relationship with head coach Amy Hogue shapes who she is today. Bill also provides analysis and updates from around Utah Athletics, including another preseason Utes Football question for listeners, some insight on the recently formed Crimson Brand Partners and breaks down the women's basketball program's 2026-27 home-away opponent matrix released recently by the Big 12. Find out which teams will visit the Huntsman Center this season!

Voice of the Utes Bill Riley provides analysis and updates from around Utah Athletics, including another preseason Utes Football question for listeners, his personal top three moments from the 2025-26 athletics year and breaks down the Runnin' Utes' 2026-27 home-away opponent matrix released last week by the Big 12. Find out which teams will visit the Huntsman Center this season!

Voice of the Utes Bill Riley is joined by Utah women's soccer head coach Hideki Nakada. With the 2026 season just two months away and the World Cup starting this week on U.S. soil, Bill and Coach Nakada catch up on this year's Utes team, his soccer coaching journey and his insight on this year's World Cup. Bill also asks listeners another Utah Football question for the upcoming season and previews the Utes who will compete in this weekend's NCAA Outdoor Track & Field Championships.

Voice of the Utes Bill Riley is joined by former Utah All-American and current Atlanta Falcons cornerback Clark Phillips III. A key leader on Utah's back-to-back Pac-12 champion teams in 2021 and '22, Phillips talks about his three years in the NFL, coming back to earn his degree from the University of Utah this past April and the excitement he feels for his former defensive coordinator Morgan Scalley in his new role as head coach of the Utes' football program. Bill also takes a look at another Utah Football position group ahead of the 2026 season and updates on the Utes' track & field team's competition in the NCAA Championships.

Voice of the Utes Bill Riley is joined by former Utah Baseball and MLB star C.J. Cron, who reflects on his time with the Utes, his love for the University of Utah and his 10-year big-league career. Bill also analyzes Utah Football's offensive position groups and touches on the Utah Track & Field team competing this weekend at the NCAA West First Round hosted by the University of Arkansas.

Voice of the Utes Bill Riley is joined by former Runnin' Ute Branden Carlson, whose No. 1-seeded Oklahoma City Thunder are in the NBA's Western Conference Finals vs. San Antonio. Hear about his two-year journey in the NBA, finding a home in OKC and earning a championship ring last season. Bill also explores more college football preseason rankings, analyzes the various CFP expansion models and touches on other news and notes from around Utah Athletics!

Voice of the Utes Bill Riley is joined by Utah Softball Head Coach Amy Hogue, who just wrapped up a 35-win season that included her 1,000th game coaching at Utah. She talks about the season, where she finds joy and what drives her as she reflects on 19 seasons in her position with the Utes. Bill also dives into where the Utes rank in college football analysts' preseason rankings and other news and notes from around Utah Athletics

Voice of the Utes Bill Riley is joined by NBC Sports college football analyst and former Pac-12 Networks commentator Yogi Roth about the Utes' football program as they enter the first season of the Morgan Scalley era and college football nationally. Bill also analyzes the offseason moves of the Runnin' Utes and touches on spring sports, including head coach Amy Hogue's Utah Softball program ahead of the Big 12 Tournament beginning Thursday.

Voice of the Utes Bill Riley is joined by Utah Football head coach Morgan Scalley, who reflects on his first four months leading the program, the culture and behaviors he is instilling in his team and a look inside the just-completed spring practice period. Plus news and updates from around Utah Athletics and Bill answers listener emails!

Voice of the Utes Bill Riley is joined by former Utah Football All-American and Pro Bowl offensive lineman Zane Beadles, as well as NFL Draft analyst Ryan Fowler, as the show takes a heavy NFL Draft focus this week. All eyes are on the Utes' potential draftees in the lead-up to the 2026 NFL Draft, which begins Thursday. Plus news and updates from around Utah Athletics ahead of a big home weekend of baseball, softball and lacrosse!

On this edition of the Crimson Corner with Bill Riley, the Voice of the Utes is joined by Carolina Panthers linebacker Devin Lloyd. The former Utah great, who helped lead Utah to its first Pac-12 title and a berth in the Rose Bowl, was a first-round draft choice of the Jacksonville Jaguars in 2022. As this year's NFL Draft comes up next week, Lloyd takes us back to his draft-day memories, his recent transition to the Panthers as a top free agent, and his excitement for the 2026 Utah team under his former defensive coordinator Morgan Scalley. Plus news and updates from around Utah Athletics and insights on spring ball!

Voice of the Utes Bill Riley sits down this week with Bo Nagahi, star and leader on Utah's undefeated 2004 football team who has returned to his alma mater as Director of Alumni Relations under his former teammate, and new head coach, Morgan Scalley. Nagahi lays out the vision for bringing more of his fellow alumni closer to the program and reflects on how important the Utah Football program is to him. Bill also talks spring football, the offseason for men's basketball and all the happenings around Utah Athletics!

On this week's episode of Crimson Corner Bill Riley talks Utah Football and early observations from spring practices, then examines another Way Too Early Top 25, this time from ESPN's Bill Connelly. Riley then pivots to the Runnin' Utes and is joined by former Utah standout Parker Van Dyke to talk playing pro basketball, fond memories of his time at Utah and observations of Alex Jensen's first year as head coach. Then Riley talks to Utah's Director of Skiing Fredrik Landstedt, whose program just won its sixth NCAA championship in the past seven seasons. The show wraps up with a preview of the Red Rocks' pursuit of a 50th straight trip to the national championship meet.

Voice of the Utes Bill Riley dives deeper into Utah spring football as week two gets underway, and touches on spring sports and other topics around Utah Athletics. Bill is joined by special guest Stevenson Sylvester, his sideline-reporting broadcast partner on Utah Football radio broadcasts and former Utes and NFL standout.

It's a Spring Football heavy episode of Crimson Corner. Voice of the Utes Bill Riley previews Spring Ball first with his Spring To Do List then his 5 Players to Watch. Riley is then joined by Defensive Coordinator Colton Swan to talk Utah Football. Riley wraps things up with some championship kudos and a goodbye to his producer. 

On the latest episode of the Crimson Corner, the Voice of the Utes Bill Riley looks ahead to next week's start of Spring Football with a position group preview of the Cornerback Room, then looks at another Way to Early Top 25 from Athlon's and where Utah is ranked. Next Riley wraps up Year 1 of the Alex Jensen Era of Utah Basketball, then welcomes his broadcast partner and former Runnin Ute Sean Mooney to discuss Year 1 and look ahead to the offseason and where Utah may turn to become more competitive in Year 2. Plus, listener email and more on the Crimson Corner.

On this week's Crimson Corner with Bill RIley, KSL Sports Utah Athletics insider Steve Bartle swings by to talk Utah Basketball and Football. Bill then focuses on previewing this spring's defensive end position group for Utah Football. Bill then looks ahead to the busy spring schedule and opens some fan mail.    Listen wherever you get podcasts!

On this Weeks Crimson Corner Bill Riley talks at length with Runnin Utes GM Wes Wilcox about Year 1 and the key to roster construction moving forward in the Big 12. Plus some Spring Football talk about the Wide Receivers room.

On this episode of Crimson Corner, Bill Riley talks to Utah QB Legend Brian Johnson about life in the National Football League and how Utah Football got him started on his path to Coaching. Plus, Riley gives you his Top 5 QB's in Utah Football History and explains how Utah Football is being viewed around the Big 12 right now. Riley also gives you his thoughts on Runnin Utes Hoops after their road win at West Virginia and a look ahead to UCF on Saturday and Women's Basketball taking on BYU at home.

This week on Crimson Corner Bill Riley talks Utah Football and why he believes the Utes are in great position to play for a Big 12 Title in 2026, plus his first under the radar player to watch in 2026. Then Utah Basketball great Johnnie Bryant swings by to talk about his path to Utah and his career arc that's taken him to the NBA Coaching Ranks.  Download wherever you get podcasts!

On this week's episode of Crimson Corner the Voice of the Utes Bill Riley talks Utah Football and Roster Building with Utah GM Joe D'Orazio and how he will work with Morgan Scalley to help maximize Utah's on and off field opportunities. Riley also talks about Spring Football, players and positions he's anxious to see in action this spring. Riley also touches on the struggles of Utah Men's Hoops and what the rest of the season might look like for Alex Jensen's team.   Download wherever you get podcasts!

On this Week's Crimson Corner Bill Riley talks about Utah Football's new General Manager and then takes a crack at a way too early look at the Utah Offense and Defense for 2026. Riley is then joined by Utah Men's Basketball Great Josh Grant to talk Runnin Utes Hoops and Alex Jensen. Riley wraps up looking ahead to Oklahoma State visiting the Huntsman Center this weekend and the Ribbon Cutting of Charlie Monfort Field at America First Ballpark.   Download wherever you get podcasts.

On this week's episode of Crimson Corner Bill Riley breaks down the 2026 Utah Football Schedule, then gives his thoughts on Utah Football's Portal Additions so far and where Utah falls in the Way To Early Top 25 Hierarchy. Riley is joined by Utah Offensive Coordinator Kevin McGiven to talk about his vision for Utah's Offense. Riley wraps things up with a preview of Rivalry Saturday in Provo and the Utah's new baseball stadium.    Download wherever you get podcasts.   If you'd like to send feedback, request a guest or have a comment, email Bill at [email protected]!

On this week's episode of Crimson Corner Bill Riley examines Utah Football from Morgan Scalley's Full Staff to the start of the Transfer Portal. Then Eric Weddle swings by to talk about his selection to the College Football Hall of Fame and his thoughts on where Utah Football stands in January. Finally Riley talks Utah Hoops as Big 12 play is underway. Download wherever you get podcasts. If you'd like to send feedback, request a guest or have a comment, email Bill at [email protected]!

On this edition of Crimson Corner Bill Riley dives into the new Era of Utah Football. Riley talks new staff hires and looks ahead to roster retention and possible portal positional needs. Riley is joined by Utah State Football Analyst Kevin White for some background on Utah's new OC Kevin McGiven. He wraps things up talking Utah hoops.

On this episode of the Crimson Corner, Bill takes a moment to say thank you to our amazing listners for following along and to wish everyone a very happy holiday season! Bill then dives into the Las Vegas Bowl matchup against Utah and Nebraska. Then Riley takes a look at the upcoming Big 12 basketball schedule as the Runnin' Utes prepare for conference play. Make sure to review the Crimson Corner and share! Download wherever you get podcasts.

Bill Riley opens this week's episode reflecting end of the Whittingham Era and beginning of the Scalley Era at Utah Football. Riley then reflects on his two plus decades with Kyle Whittingham. The Athletic's Stewart Mandel then joins the pod to give his view on the changes at Utah Football, plus the a look at the Big 12 and Playoffs ahead. Riley wraps it up with a few thoughts on the Vegas Bowl and the Runnin Utes.

On this week's Crimson Corner with Bill Riley, Bill is joined by Nebraska Cornhuskers radio color voice, Damon Benning. Damon and Bill discuss the upcoming matchup in the SRS Distribution Las Vegas Bowl between Nebraska and Utah. Then, Bill dives into the Runnin' Utes and their upcoming schedule. Download wherever you get podcasts!

On this week's episode of the Crimson Corner with Bill Riley, Bill breaks down the Utah Football vs. Kansas victory and is joined by ESPN's Kyle Bonagura to discuss the CFP landscape and potential bowl game scenarios. Then we catch up on Utah Basketball and Utah Volleyball making their 20th NCAA Tournament. Download wherever you get podcasts!

On episode 13 of the Crimson Corner Podcast, Bill previews this week's Utah Football matchup as the Utes take on the Kansas State Wildcats in their 2025 home finale. Then, college football analyist Yogi Roth joins the pod to talk College Football Playoff landscape. RIley then wraps up with some Utah Basketball and more happening on The Hill. 

On episode 12 of the Crimson Corner, as Utah Football comes off their second bye week, Bill preivews their matchup with the Baylor Bears and chats with the voice of the Bears John Morris. Then Utah Track & Field/Cross Country Head Coach Kyle Kepler joins Bill to talk about the NCAA Cross Country Mountain Regionals this Friday, Nov. 14th being held in Salt Lake City. Riley wraps up with some Runnin' Utes and everything else happening on The Hill.

On episode 11 of the Crimson Corner podcast, Bill sits down with Utah Football's punt returner Mana Carvalho and cornerback Blake Cotton and talk about last weekends victory over Cincinnati, the bye week and the remaining schedule. Riley then talks about everything else happening up on The Hill. Download wherever you get podcasts!

Bill Riley begins today's episode with a recap of Utah's beatdown of the Buffs and the Byrd Ficklin game last Saturday Night. Riley then pivots to his 3 Takeaways and Game Ball from the CU Game. Next Riley preview's the first ever meeting between Utah and Cincinnati this weekend. Then Riley is joined by new Utah's Men's Basketball Coach Alex Jensen to discuss his team and the approaching season. Then Riley takes a quick look ahead at the Runnin Utes and Utah Women's openers on Monday at the Huntsman Center.

On this week's Crimson Corner with Bill Riley, ESPN's Fran Fraschilla joins the show to talk all things Men's Basketball and we look ahead to Utah Football vs. Colorado for Homecoming weekend.

Bill Riley begins this week's Crimson Corner with a recap of the 42-10 win over ASU with his 3 Takeaways and His Game Ball. Riley then pivots to the Rivalry Game and his history calling so many great and close finishes. John "The Wolfman" White joins Riley to walk down memory lane on his experiences with the Utah/BYU Game and talks about his life now. Finally, previews the Runnin Utes exhibition game this Friday night against Nevada at the Huntsman Center, Utah fans first chance to see Alex Jensen's team in action.

On this week's Crimson Corner, Bill Riley previews Utah Football's big matchup with the Arizona State Sun Devils as Utah Athletics will induct 7 new members into our Hall of Fame at halftime. Plus, Utah Football's Mayor of Sack Lake City, Nate Orchard talks about going into the Hall of Fame this weekend and his time at Utah and the NFL. 

On this week's edition of the Crimson Corner, the Voice of the Utes Bill Riley recaps the Utah Football win at West Virginia with his 3 Big Takeaways and his Game Ball. Then Riley welcomes one of the greatest players in Utah Football History, Eric Weddle to the Pod. Riley and Weddle talk about Weddle's new profession coaching high school football, walk down memory lane with Eric's memories of Urban Meyer. Then Riley and Weddle talk Whittingham legacy, Scalley future and this year's Utah Football Team. Riley then wraps up the Pod with some thoughts on Men's and Women's Hoops which have begun practice.

On Episode 5 of the Crimson Corner, the Voice of the Utes Bill Riley looks back on the Texas Tech Game with his analysis and thoughts, plus all that happened with Big Noon Kickoff. Then Riley looks ahead to this week's game with the West Virginia Mountaineers and Utah's first ever trip to Morgantown, with the long time Voice of West Virginia, Tony Caridi. Finally, Riley wraps up with some news on Utah Men's Basketball, which began practice this week.

On this week's episode Bill Riley recaps the Utah Football win over Wyoming with his Three Takeaways and his Game Ball. Then Riley previews the match up with #17 Texas Tech in the Big 12 opener Saturday. Urban Meyer then joins Bill Riley to discuss his time at Utah, his relationship with Kyle Whittingham, going into the College Football Hall of Fame this year and his return to Salt Lake City this week with the Big Noon Kickoff Show.  

Bill Riley begins this week's episode by looking back on Utah Football's thrashing of Cal Poly, with a few thoughts, interesting stats and his game ball of the week. Then Riley catches up with the Voice of the Wyoming Cowboys, Keith Kelley, walking down memory lane and looking at this year's version of the Pokes. Finally, a preview of Utah Volleyball heading to face #1 in College Volleyball.

Bill Riley opens with a recap of the Utah Football win over UCLA. Big picture thoughts, 3 Takeaways and his Game Ball. Then Riley is joined by former Utah Head Football Coach Ron McBride to talk Utah/UCLA and McBride's induction into the Utah Football Ring of Honor this weekend. Finally, Bill previews a big week ahead for Utah Volleyball hosting #9 Texas A&M, Utah Soccer's big non-conference week and a quick preview of the Football home opener against Cal-Poly.

Crimson Corner Episode #1-On the debut episode of the Crimson Corner, Bill Riley gets you ready for the Utah Football opener against the UCLA Bruins. Riley runs down his thoughts on the season opener against the Bruins, plus keys to a victory in the Rose Bowl. Riley is joined by UCLA Analyst and former QB Wayne Cook to get a Bruin perspective. Finally Riley runs down what else is happening on this Hill heading into Labor Day weekend.