Talkin' Ball with Coach Geoff Collins | Previewing No. 3 Utah vs No. 9 BYU

Coach Geoff Collins calls Utah’s defense “must-see TV”—and he explains why.

The former Georgia Tech and Temple head coach joins Steve Bartle on Utah Blockcast to break down Utah vs. BYU, Colton Swan’s aggressive defensive approach and the details that make the Utes difficult to attack.

Collins explains how Utah’s press coverage, disciplined pass rush and tackling work together—and why sound execution matters more than making a defense complicated. We apply that breakdown to Bear Bachmeier, the challenge of containing a mobile quarterback and preparing for BYU with LJ Martin’s availability uncertain.

We also turn to Utah’s offense: Devon Dampier, the two-quarterback packages, the physical offensive line and Jordan Gross’ impact. Collins shares his approach to managing rivalry-week emotions and why starting fast could be Utah’s biggest key at Rice-Eccles Stadium.

Plus, a coach’s perspective on Georgia–Ole Miss, Miami–Notre Dame, Alabama–LSU and Kentucky–Tennessee.

CHAPTERS  
00:00 Meet Coach Geoff Collins  
03:05 Why Utah caught his attention  
04:38 Press coverage, aggression and Utah’s defensive identity  
07:43 Colton Swan and the transition under Morgan Scalley  
09:07 Defending Dampier and Utah’s two-quarterback offense  
11:35 Jordan Gross and Utah’s offensive line  
13:13 Managing the emotions of the Holy War  
15:45 Containing Bear Bachmeier and collapsing the pocket  
18:05 What stands out about Utah’s tackling  
19:00 Preparing for the LJ Martin factor  
21:04 Why Utah needs to start fast  
22:42 Breaking down the national college football slate  

Find more film breakdowns on YouTube at the Coach Collins Show and follow him on social media at @CoachCollins.

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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.