Utah football coach Kyle Whittingham says he ‘couldn’t step away’ just yet. Here’s why he didn’t retire after last season.

The Ute coach will be entering his 21st season as the program’s head coach this fall, with hopes of capturing his first Big 12 title.

Utah head coach Kyle Whittingham during the Big 12 NCAA college football media days in Frisco, Texas, Wednesday, July 9, 2025. (AP Photo/LM Otero)

Utah head coach Kyle Whittingham during the Big 12 NCAA college football media days in Frisco, Texas, Wednesday, July 9, 2025. (AP Photo/LM Otero)

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