The Matt Cave
The Voice for all things Utah sports, Matt gives you his unedited and unbridled opinion on the current events around the state. Sprinkled in are video game reviews and talk about important national sports stories. Listen now and become a spelunker today!
Episodes
BYU football enters the 2026 season with expectations unlike anything the program has seen in years and Matt believes the Cougars have a legitimate path to an 11-1 record, another Big 12 Championship Game appearance and a spot in the College Football Playoff.
In this 2026 BYU Football Preview, Matt breaks down what the Cougars lost from last season, why the roster has enough continuity to remain near the top of the B...
Matt returns to the Matt Cave Podcast with another collection of Utah sports thoughts, covering Real Salt Lake, Zavier Gozo’s move to Crystal Palace, Cosmo the Cougar’s induction into the Mascot Hall of Fame, and the upcoming college football season.
Real Salt Lake responded to Zavier Gozo’s record-setting move to Crystal Palace with a dominant 4–0 victory over Atlante in the Leagues Cup. Matt...
This week, Matt takes a look around the Utah sports landscape before diving into what could become Major League Baseball's biggest problem in years.
Real Salt Lake continues to slide down the Western Conference standings after another disappointing result, while the Utah Royals remain one of the surprise stories of the NWSL despite a recent dip in form. Matt also gives credit to the Utah Talons after winning another ...
Matt is back with another episode of The Matt Cave Podcast, covering three major Utah sports storylines.
Real Salt Lake has stumbled out of the post-World Cup break after losses to LAFC and the Portland Timbers. Matt breaks down RSL's offensive struggles, the impact of red cards and injuries, the team's position in the Western Conference, and whether a continued slide could eventually force the club to consider selli...
This week on The Matt Cave Podcast, Matt shifts the focus to soccer and baseball during a quieter stretch on Utah's sports calendar.
The episode breaks down the Utah Royals' recent struggles following the international break, why there's still plenty of reason for optimism, and what they'll need to do to stay near the top of the NWSL standings. Matt also previews Real Salt Lake's return to MLS play, discusses Diego L...
Could Real Salt Lake be preparing to say goodbye to two of its brightest young stars?
This week, Matt examines the growing European interest in Diego Luna and Zavier Gozo, what it says about Real Salt Lake's player development, and why RSL supporters should enjoy watching them while they still can. The club's academy continues to prove it can produce talent capable of competing in the world's biggest leagues.
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The Utah sports offseason has been anything but quiet.
This week, Matt breaks down why both the Utah Jazz and Utah Mammoth deserve high marks for the moves they've made. From the controversial Walker Kessler trade to Danny Ainge's growing collection of draft assets, plus Bill Armstrong's aggressive approach to improving the Mammoth roster, there's plenty to discuss.
Matt also looks ahead to what comes next...
The NBA and NHL Drafts are complete, and there's plenty to unpack.
This week, Matt breaks down why Darryn Peterson was the perfect selection for the Utah Jazz, why expectations should rise immediately, and what still needs to happen before opening night. He also discusses Walker Kessler's contract situation, Keyonte George's future, and why the Western Conference may be more open than many people think.
On the hockey ...
The biggest draft week of the year has arrived, and Matt breaks down what Utah fans should expect from both the Utah Jazz and the Utah Mammoth.
On the NBA side, Matt explains why the Jazz shouldn't overthink the No. 2 overall pick, why trading up makes little sense, and why draft smokescreens have become more about gambling than basketball.
Then it's over to the NHL, where trade rumors continue to swirl around Detroit...
This week on The Matt Cave Podcast, Matt dives into a surprisingly busy week across Utah sports despite the lack of major headlines.
Matt breaks down the latest Utah Mammoth trade rumors, including speculation surrounding Dylan Larkin, Robert Thomas, Sebastian Cossa, and why names like Auston Matthews may be more fantasy than reality.
The Utah Jazz rumor mill is also in full swing as draft season approaches. Matt expl...
The Matt Cave Podcast returns with a little bit of everything this week.
Matt breaks down the Utah Royals' incredible run to the top of the NWSL standings and discusses Mandy McGlynn representing both Utah and the United States Women's National Team on the international stage.
College football also takes center stage as ESPN releases its rankings of the top newcomers and impact players heading into the 2026 season. Ma...
Matt dives into three major stories shaping the future of Utah sports.
First, Matt reacts to ESPN's early Pac-12 projections and breaks down what Utah State football could look like under Bronco Mendenhall in Year 2, as the Aggies prepare for life in the rebuilt Pac-12.
Then he discusses reports that the Utah Jazz and Walker Kessler are nearing a contract extension, why Kessler is one of the most important pieces on t...
Real Salt Lake was seconds away from a huge road victory before a late stoppage-time goal turned three points into one. Matt breaks down RSL's frustrating 1-1 draw with Minnesota United, why the Claret and Cobalt are still exceeding expectations, and what their surprising position in the Western Conference means heading into the World Cup break.
Then it's time to discuss the biggest talking point surrounding the Unit...
Real Salt Lake is suddenly one of the most interesting teams in Utah sports, and Matt is starting to move from cautious optimism to full-on optimism. After a 2-1 comeback win over Colorado in the Rocky Mountain Cup, RSL sits third in the Western Conference, powered by young talent like Zavier Gozo and Sergi Solans.
Matt breaks down why RSL’s youth movement is working, why the club has to be smart when the summe...
Matt is back in The Matt Cave with a packed Utah sports episode covering the Utah Jazz, Real Salt Lake, and the Utah Mammoth.
The Utah Jazz finally get a major lottery win, landing the No. 2 pick in the NBA Draft. Matt breaks down what that means for the rebuild, why the tank should officially be over, what the Jazz could do with Walker Kessler, Lauri Markkanen, and their young core, and why this feels like a much-ne...
Matt breaks down the end of the Utah Mammoth’s first real playoff run and why, even though the series loss to Vegas hurt, the season should still be viewed as a success.
This episode dives into what the Mammoth learned against the Golden Knights, why Karel Vejmelka is still the goalie moving forward, why Clayton Keller deserves to keep the captaincy, and what Utah needs to address this offseason. Matt also talk...
Matt breaks down a packed week in Utah sports, starting with a full recap of the NFL Draft and where local talent from Utah, BYU, and Utah State landed — including standout reactions, surprise slides, and undrafted players to watch.
From there, the focus shifts to Real Salt Lake’s matchup against Inter Miami and Lionel Messi. Despite the loss, RSL showed they can hang with MLS Cup contenders, raising ques...
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 pr...
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 t...
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 ...
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