India, Dec. 13 -- Morgan Scalley is set to replace Kyle Whittingham as Utah football's head coach. The 66-year-old legend announced on Friday that he is stepping down from his position and will retire. He led the program for 21 seasons, becoming the winningest coach.

"The time is right to step down from my position as the head football coach at the University of Utah," Whittingham said in a statement. "It's been an honor and a privilege to lead the program for the past 21 years and I'm very grateful for the relationships forged with all the players and assistant coaches that have worked so hard and proudly worn the drum and feather during our time here."

Scalley was named Utah's head coach-in-waiting in July 2024. A Salt Lake City nativ...