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Utah Utes football to open 2026 season against Idaho
The University of Utah football team, ranked 21st in the preseason, is set to open its 2026 season against the Idaho Vandals on Thursday, September 3, at Rice-Eccles Stadium. The game features a 7 p.m. kickoff.
This matchup marks the first home game for Morgan Scalley as the head coach of the Utes. The event will also serve as the annual MUSS Appreciation game, celebrating the Mighty Utah Student Section. Fans are encouraged to participate in the ‘Stripe the Stadium’ tradition by wearing red or white based on their seating location.
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Idaho Vandals · Morgan Scalley · Rice-Eccles Stadium · University of Utah
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- [○ 1 SOURCE] The Utah Utes football team is ranked 21st in the preseason for the 2026 season.
- [● 2 SOURCES] Morgan Scalley is serving his first season as the head football coach at Utah. www.predictem.com
- [● 2 SOURCES] The Idaho Vandals will play the Utah Utes at Rice-Eccles Stadium on September 3, 2026. www.predictem.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The season opener against Idaho will serve as the annual MUSS Appreciation game.