Utah has officially named Morgan Scalley as the 'head coach in waiting' to succeed Kyle Whittingham whenever he retires. Scalley, currently the defensive coordinator, has been a part of Utah's coaching staff for 17 years and will receive $5 million per year upon taking over. This move ensures continuity for the program, which is transitioning into the Big 12 Conference. Despite a 2020 controversy involving Scalley's use of a racial slur, he has since been cleared to return and remains a pivotal figure in Utah's success. Whittingham, who has a 162-79 record, has built Utah into an elite football program and plans to continue coaching for the foreseeable future.