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Send us Fan Mail In this week’s episode of The Matt Cave, Matt dives deep into a packed weekend of Utah and national sports storylines with his signature unfiltered analysis and humor. The episode opens with a full playoff preview between the Utah Mammoth and the Vegas Golden Knights, breaking down goaltending advantages, depth scoring, and why playoff experience may be the deciding factor in the series. Matt also shares his prediction for how the series plays out and what it means for Utah’s first real taste of NHL postseason hockey. From there, he shifts to Real Salt Lake’s strong early-season form, highlighting their attacking firepower, young core development, and whether their hot start is sustainable despite a softer schedule. On the basketball side, Matt breaks down the Utah Jazz offseason priorities, centering on Walker Kessler’s future as a foundational piece of the rebuild, roster trimming decisions, and what actually matters heading into next season beyond the NBA Draft chaos. The episode also touches on BYU basketball’s evolving roster under Kevin Young, the impact of recruiting wins, and how the program is shaping up for Big 12 contention even as roster questions remain. Rounding it out, Matt adds commentary on soccer storylines abroad and reflects on the broader Utah sports landscape, making this a wide-ranging, fast-paced episode for any Utah sports fan. Support the show

Send us Fan Mail Matt breaks down a massive turning point in Utah sports as multiple seasons come to a close and new opportunities emerge. He dives into the Utah Jazz signaling the end of their rebuild, analyzing the current roster, potential starting lineup, and why next season could be more competitive than expected. From Lauri Markkanen’s impact to the addition of Jaren Jackson Jr., Matt explains why the Jazz may be closer to playoff contention than many think. On the ice, the Utah Mammoth are heading to the playoffs for the first time, but questions remain about seeding, matchups, and how dangerous this young team could be in a seven-game series. Matt outlines why avoiding certain opponents is critical—and why Utah might be a sleeper pick. In college basketball, BYU faces a full roster reset after transfer portal departures, but a key addition signals that the program is far from falling off. Matt breaks down what this means for the future and how the new roster could take shape. To wrap things up, Matt shifts gears into gaming, revisiting a personal favorite and explaining why sometimes the best games aren’t the newest ones. From NBA analysis to NHL playoff implications, college basketball recruiting, and gaming nostalgia, this episode covers it all. Support the show

Send us Fan Mail Matt dives into a packed week across Utah sports and gaming, breaking down the Utah Mammoth’s red-hot road trip and what it means as the playoffs approach. With the offense firing on all cylinders but defensive concerns still lingering, are the Mammoth truly ready for a deep run? On the hardwood, the Utah Jazz continue their late-season slide, fully embracing the tank—but will it even matter in a lottery Matt believes is anything but fair? He breaks down the standings, scenarios, and why Jazz fans should already be bracing for disappointment. Switching to the pitch, Real Salt Lake is off to a surprisingly strong start, sitting near the top of the Western Conference. Matt explores what’s working, why expectations should still be tempered, and whether this early success is sustainable. To wrap things up, Matt highlights a hidden gem in gaming: SurrounDead—a solo-friendly survival experience that’s scratching the itch left by extraction shooters without the PvP frustration. All that and more in another episode of The Matt Cave. Support the show

Send us Fan Mail Matt breaks down a packed week across Utah sports and gaming. The episode opens with a deep dive into the Utah Jazz and their current positioning in the standings, what their tanking strategy really means, and why Matt believes the NBA draft lottery may not fall in their favor. He also evaluates the development of key young players and what the roster could realistically look like next season. From there, Matt shifts to Real Salt Lake, who continue to surprise early in the season. With a favorable matchup ahead, he discusses whether this young squad is actually building something sustainable—or if concerns still linger beneath the surface. The conversation then turns to the Utah Mammoth, a team that continues to frustrate and intrigue. Matt breaks down their inconsistent performances, playoff positioning, and why their home struggles could ultimately define their season. To close things out, Matt dives into the gaming world with a comparison of two rising extraction shooters: Arc Raiders and Marathon. He explains the key differences between PvE and PvP experiences, accessibility, and which type of player each game is best suited for. A little bit of everything this week—from tanking debates to playoff races to the future of shooters. Support the show

Send us Fan Mail Matt breaks down a packed week in Utah sports, starting with BYU basketball’s frustrating but injury-riddled season and what’s next for AJ Dybantsa’s future. He then dives into Utah State’s impressive tournament run and why the Aggies continue to exceed expectations year after year. The conversation shifts to the Utah Jazz and the ongoing tank debate, including strong opinions on player development, roster construction, and the future of the franchise. Matt also covers Real Salt Lake’s surprising start and what to expect moving forward, before wrapping up with a Utah Mammoth playoff push that suddenly feels less certain. From March Madness takeaways to NHL playoff races, this episode covers it all with honest analysis and unfiltered takes. Support the show

Send us Fan Mail Matt returns with one of the most frustrated episodes of The Matt Cave Podcast yet. With March Madness arriving and Utah sports delivering plenty of drama, Matt breaks down the biggest storylines across the state—from college basketball to the NHL playoff race. The episode opens with a look at the University of Utah’s difficult basketball season and what comes next under head coach Alex Jensen. Matt also celebrates Utah State’s impressive Mountain West championship run and discusses where the Aggies could land in the NCAA Tournament. Meanwhile, BYU’s season ends with mixed emotions despite the incredible performance of AJ Dybantsa, who shattered Kevin Durant’s Big 12 tournament scoring records and solidified his status as a future NBA star.  From there, Matt turns his attention to the Utah Jazz and the ongoing debate around tanking in the NBA. He questions why Utah continues to receive national criticism when several other teams across the league are doing the exact same thing. Real Salt Lake is one of the few bright spots in Utah sports right now. Despite low preseason expectations and injuries, RSL has started the MLS season strong with three straight wins and impressive performances from their young players. Finally, Matt closes the show with a fiery rant about the Utah Mammoth, who are in the middle of a late-season collapse. A four-game losing streak, questionable coaching decisions, struggling goaltending, and costly penalties have put the team’s playoff hopes in serious danger. This is an honest, passionate look at the current state of Utah sports—and Matt does not hold back. Support the show

Send us Fan Mail Utah sports had a lot going on this week, and Matt breaks it all down. The Utah Jazz continue their slide in the standings as the race for the NBA Draft Lottery heats up. Matt explains why he believes the NBA may already have its mind made up about where the Jazz will pick and why Utah seems to be the league’s current scapegoat for tanking. College basketball season is wrapping up across the state. Matt reacts to Utah State winning the Mountain West regular season championship, BYU’s big win over Texas Tech that likely secured a March Madness berth, and Utah’s rebuilding season under Alex Jensen. On the ice, the Utah Mammoth are surging during a crucial road trip while pushing toward the playoffs. Matt gives his full reaction to the NHL trade deadline, including the addition of Mackenzie Weegar and whether GM Bill Armstrong should have gone even bigger with a move for Robert Thomas. Finally, Real Salt Lake keeps winning early in the MLS season. Matt explains why RSL’s road win in Atlanta is encouraging and what the team could look like once Diego Luna returns. Support the show

Send us Fan Mail Matt breaks down a packed week across Utah sports, starting with the Utah Jazz and the ongoing debate around tanking, league scrutiny, and lottery positioning as the NBA season winds down. College basketball takes center stage with honest reactions to the Utah Utes’ rebuilding process, Utah State controlling its postseason destiny, and a frustrating stretch for BYU as injuries and roster construction concerns reshape expectations heading toward March. The conversation then shifts to the Utah Mammoth, who currently control their playoff fate while major trade rumors swirl ahead of the NHL trade deadline. Matt explains why a potential move for a premier center could change the trajectory of the franchise and what it would cost to make it happen. Finally, Real Salt Lake’s home opener provides optimism on offense but raises real defensive concerns despite a win over Seattle. Plus, quick thoughts on Pokémon’s future and gaming nostalgia to close the episode. A full Utah sports roundup with analysis, perspective, and unfiltered commentary. Support the show

Send us Fan Mail Matt dives into a packed Utah sports week with a full Olympic recap, NBA controversy, college basketball reactions, and the start of the MLS season. He breaks down how Utah-based Olympians performed on the world stage, including Clayton Keller’s gold medal performance, Olli Määttä’s bronze, and standout moments from Utah’s winter athletes. From Breezy Johnson’s mental toughness to Chris Lillis proving critics wrong, Matt celebrates the local impact at the Games. Then it’s time for the Utah Jazz tank debate. Matt addresses the growing national criticism, Adam Silver’s role, Sam Presti’s influence, and ESPN personalities weighing in. Is the Jazz rebuild strategic or being unfairly targeted? College basketball gets the spotlight next: Utah’s rebuilding culture under Coach JensenUtah State’s late-game concerns and Mountain West outlookBYU’s roster construction debate, Kevin Young’s coaching evaluation, and whether the Cougars can still make a tournament runFinally, Matt previews Real Salt Lake’s season opener, early concerns, Diego Luna’s absence, and what expectations look like in an interrupted MLS season. Olympics. NBA politics. College hoops frustration. MLS questions.  It’s all here in this week’s Utah sports deep dive. Subscribe, rate, and share with someone who cares about Utah sports. Support the show

Send us Fan Mail Matt breaks down a packed week in Utah sports, starting with a full check-in on college basketball across the state. Utah State continues to prove it’s the class of the Mountain West, while Utah searches for an identity and BYU’s lack of depth raises real concerns as the season grinds on. From there, Matt turns to the Utah Mammoth and the frustration surrounding the Winter Olympics. Clayton Keller being repeatedly scratched, questionable coaching decisions, and missed opportunities leave Mammoth fans shaking their heads heading into the stretch run. The episode wraps with a no-holds-barred rant on ESPN, the NBA, and what Matt argues is a decades-long double standard against the Utah Jazz. From selective outrage over tanking to dismissive national coverage, he lays out why Utah is constantly singled out—and why the league’s “integrity” argument doesn’t hold up. It’s opinionated, informed, and unapologetically Utah-focused. Support the show

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Matt Cave Podcast, Matt breaks down a turbulent week in Utah sports, starting with BYU basketball’s alarming collapse at the worst possible time. Despite elite talent at the top, the Cougars’ flaws are being exposed — poor free throw shooting, disappearing secondary scorers, and a lack of depth that raises serious questions about their ceiling under Kevin Young. Matt also examines Utah State’s continued dominance as the class of the Mountain West, contrasting the Aggies’ consistency with BYU’s unraveling. Utah basketball gets a reality check as well, as the program continues to search for direction in the modern Big 12 landscape. On the pro side, the Utah Jazz finally make moves that matter. Matt explains why the recent trades signal the end of the rebuild, how Danny Ainge has positioned the franchise for real contention, and why this roster suddenly has a clear identity — and a future worth believing in. The episode wraps with thoughts on the decline of Overwatch, gaming rebrands gone wrong, and how mismanagement can kill even the most beloved franchises. Support the show

Send us Fan Mail This week on The Matt Cave Podcast, Matt breaks down a tough reality check for BYU basketball after a brutal Big 12 stretch reveals the team’s true ceiling. With expectations sky-high, Matt explains why BYU is still ahead of schedule and why perspective matters when an 18-year-old star is carrying the weight of a program. Utah State, meanwhile, has officially separated itself as the class of the Mountain West. After a statement win over San Diego State, the Aggies look like legitimate favorites to win both the regular season and conference tournament, with multiple contributors stepping up at the right time. Matt also dives into another maddening week for the Utah Mammoth, a team capable of trading punches with the NHL’s best but sabotaged by penalties, special teams failures, and preventable mistakes. From blown leads to a league-worst power play, Matt examines what’s holding the Mammoth back and whether a bold trade could change everything. Honest, measured, and unfiltered, this episode focuses on context over hot takes and long-term vision over panic. Support the show

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Matt Cave Podcast, Matt dives headfirst into a full Utah sports spiral! Starting with college basketball and ending with a full-on plea for the Utah Mammoth to stop waiting and make a move. Matt breaks down Utah State’s sudden stumble after earning national respect, reacts to the final Holy War of the season as BYU takes down Utah behind a historic night from AJ Dybantsa, and takes a realistic look at where Utah basketball stands in year one of a rebuild that’s going to require patience (whether fans like it or not). Then it’s time for the Jazz… and yeah, it’s not pretty. Matt unloads on the directionless tank, questions whether Utah is repeating the same mistakes with another volume-scoring guard, and explains why this rebuild feels fundamentally broken. Finally, the mood flips completely as Matt dives into the Utah Mammoth’s red-hot stretch, why they’re one of the NHL’s best teams in 2026 so far, and why standing pat at the trade deadline would be a mistake. Center depth, trade targets, and why now actually matters. It’s all here. Spelunk in. 🦇 Support the show

Send us Fan Mail The transfer portal door may be closed, but the ripple effects are still shaping Utah and BYU heading into next season. Matt breaks down where both programs stand, why BYU’s talent retention under Kalani Sitake continues to separate them nationally, and how Utah has quietly reloaded after significant departures. The episode then shifts to the Utah Mammoth, who are riding one of the best stretches in the NHL and holding firm in the playoff picture. Defensive consistency, unexpected contributors, and looming trade deadline questions take center stage as Utah proves it can skate with the league’s best. Basketball closes the show, with a blunt look at the Utah Jazz’s continued struggles, Utah State’s reality check against Grand Canyon, Utah’s uphill battle in the Big 12, and BYU’s tough loss to Texas Tech as conference play tightens. Support the show

Send us Fan Mail This week’s episode of The Matt Cave Podcast is packed with storylines across Utah sports. The show opens with a full transfer portal breakdown across Utah State, Utah, and BYU — including why Kalani Sitake’s ability to retain elite talent has been one of the most impressive developments of the offseason. While there are still fair questions about BYU’s defensive coordinator hire, the overall roster retention and portal additions put the Cougars in an outstanding position heading into next season. From there, the focus shifts to the Holy War on the hardwood, where BYU earns a hard-fought 89–84 win at the Huntsman Center in a rivalry game that lived up to its chaotic reputation. The episode breaks down what BYU did well, what still needs tightening, and why Utah — despite its Big 12 struggles — showed signs of real potential. The spotlight then moves north to Logan, where Utah State basketball continues to be overlooked nationally. At 14–1, blowing out conference opponents and sharing offensive production, the Aggies look every bit like a Top-25 team and a serious Mountain West title contender. There’s also a candid look at the Utah Jazz, whose struggles without Lauri Markkanen have turned patience into frustration, followed by an encouraging update on the Utah Mammoth, who have won four of their last five games and are entering a crucial homestand with playoff positioning firmly in sight. From transfer portal chaos to rivalry intensity to pro teams moving in opposite directions, it’s a full Sunday spelunk into the state of Utah sports. Support the show