The Utah Blockcast is a podcast for University of Utah Athletics fans. Focusing on Utah Football and Runnin' Utes basketball, the Blockcast is just what passionate Utah fans need. Hosted by KSL Sports' Steve Bartle and often co-hosted by Cameron Beck and Tyson Moll, particularly during football season, the Blockcast is a great place to discuss, argue, and stay current on Utah Athletics.
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RSS FeedIn this episode, I break down the 2026 class player by player and zoom out to what it all means. What are Alex Jensen and Wes Wilcox prioritizing in this class? I unpack how this group addresses Utah’s Year One weaknesses, why it screams Big 12 construction, and why this class seems to provide direction in the vision of this program rebuild.
On today’s episode... I open with a quick recap of my first experience at a Red Rocks’ meet. They controlled with a business-like victory over BYU. Then, I shift to the hardwood, previewing Utah men’s basketball’s road test at Cincinnati — and what the Utes must do to manufacture margin. Lastly, I close with a Utah football segment: the guys we aren’t talking about enough — the trench pieces, efficiency weapons, and developmental defenders who quietly factor into Utah's outlook in 2026.
In this episode... I dive into Utah football’s defensive depth chart ahead of spring ball, breaking down position-by-position, key returners, incoming talent and the biggest spring storylines that could define the 2026 season. Before that, Houston head coach Kelvin Sampson had some interesting things to say about Alex Jensen and the Runnin’ Utes’ future.
In this episode... Steve Bartle shares some thoughts on the Super Bowl before diving into Utah’s offensive depth chart heading into spring ball — breaking down position-by-position and highlighting the early storylines that could define Spring 2026. With a pivot to Utah men’s basketball with Alex Jensen, discussing recruiting prep, how the team is shaping its offseason, and the rising G-League connection.
In today’s episode, we start with the Utah ties to the Super Bowl — featuring Connor O’Toole, Miles Battle. Then we break down Utah football’s newly announced support staff and why the off-field infrastructure matters more than ever in the modern Big 12. Finally, we preview Utah vs. Kansas and what has to change for Alex Jensen’s group to compete against one of the league’s heavyweights.
On this episode... Dalton Kincaid, Devin Lloyd, and Garett Bolles were all named to the 2026 NFL Pro Bowl. Then break down why the February National Signing Day doesn’t move the needle like it used to. Then, I take a hard look at Utah’s transfer portal snap count comings and goings, and wrap with a quick preview of tonight’s Utah vs Arizona State men’s basketball matchup.
On this episode... Former Runnin' Ute Parker Van Dyke joins the Blockcast to talk all things Utah basketball, as well as his post-Utah journey, his iconic game-winner against UCLA, and how fan energy and team connection can shift the tide in tight games. This one’s part analysis, part culture check, and all about where Utah goes next.
On this episode... Andrew Crowley (Runnin' Hoops Podcast) preview Saturday’s Big 12 matchup as the Utah Utes host the Oklahoma State Cowboys at the Huntsman Center. We break down Oklahoma State’s season to this point, Utah’s path forward, and the key matchups that will decide the game — from tempo control to the battle on the glass. We also zoom out to the Big 12 Conference standings and why this game matters in the crowded middle of the league. Matchups, stakes, and what to watch before tip — all in one quick preview.
In this Utah Blockcast, we break down Utah football’s 2026 transfer portal report card from every angle — retention, departures, and additions — position group by position group. This wasn’t a portal class built for headlines; it was a stabilizing haul after a major transition. We give grades on each addition, and spotlight the players most likely to impact Utah’s 2026 roster. From QB stability with Devon Dampier and Byrd Ficklin, to a wide receiver room that was stabilized with a couple of home run additions, to a cornerback rebuild that fits Scalley’s scheme, we tell you not just what Utah did, but why it matters.
In this episode, Andrew Crowley aka Runnin' Hoops Pod joins Steve Bartle, to provide a clear-eyed progress report on the Utes’ season and what the Big 12 grind is revealing about the rebuild. We break down where Utah has genuinely improved, why the offense is ahead of schedule, and how the Big 12 has exposed structural issues that can’t be ignored — from defense and rebounding to roster balance and road competitiveness. We also zoom out to the big picture: what this season tells us about Alex Jensen’s early blueprint, how much of this is roster versus scheme, and what must be addressed in the portal and on the recruiting trail for Utah to take a real step forward next season.