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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!

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30:25

Utes survive Wyoming; Utah State rolls Air Force; RSL...

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2025/09/14

Send us a text Three wins in Utah this week and a whole lot to talk about. I break down Utah’s gritty road win at Wyoming—dominant defense (hello, John Henry Daly), red-zone hiccups, and a freshman kicking game that has me chewing nails—then pivot to a huge Texas Tech at Utah preview with Big Noon Kickoff in town. After that, it’s Utah State shocking Air Force behind Bryson Barnes’ five touchdowns and why bowl eligibility suddenly feels real in Year 1 under Bronco. We jump back into MLS with ...

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30:50

BYU’s Elite Defense, Utah’s Easy Win & Aggies’...

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2025/09/07

Send us a text This week on The Matt Cave, Utah college football takes center stage. 🏈 BYU vs. Stanford: The Cougars’ defense dominated with sacks, turnovers, and shutdown play, but offensive play-calling remains a concern.Utah vs. Cal Poly: A blowout win revealed little, though questions linger about two-way players and receiver depth.Utah State vs. Texas A&M: Bronco Mendenhall’s Aggies showed fight but were ultimately outclassed in a tough paycheck game.Beyond football, the show covers

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30:20

Utah Football Hat Trick, BYU’s 69–0 Romp, and Why...

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2025/08/31

Send us a text 🚨 New Episode Alert! 🚨 Week 1 of college football is in the books — and for once, we’ve got a Utah hat trick 🎩⚡ All three teams (Utah, BYU, Utah State) came away with wins… though some looked a whole lot prettier than others 👀 🏈 Utah’s defense embarrassed UCLA while Dampier took care of the ball 🏈 Utah State found stability (and some weird helmets) in Bronco Mendenhall’s debut 🏈 BYU’s true freshman QB Bear Bachmeier didn’t just survive — he thrived in a 69–0 demolit...

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31:36

BYU Football 2025 Preview: Bear Bachmeier, Season...

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2025/08/24

Send us a text The 2025 college football season is here — and The Matt Cave is diving deep into the BYU Cougars football preview before Week 1 kicks off. In this episode, Matt breaks down everything Cougar Nation needs to know: QB1 Bear Bachmeier: true freshman starter, comparisons to Taysom Hill, and what fans can realistically expect.BYU’s offense: Chase Roberts, Tiger Bachmeier, JoJo Phillips, LJ Martin, and a rebuilt offensive line.BYU’s defense: led by Jack Kelly, Isaiah Glasker, and Rai...

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35:17

Utah Football Season Preview & EA Sports College...

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2025/08/17

Send us a text The Utes are on deck! This week on The Matt Cave Podcast, Matt dives deep into the University of Utah’s 2025 football season outlook under Kyle Whittingham. With Devon Dampier stepping into the spotlight and Jason Beck bringing a new-look offense, what can Ute fans realistically expect? Matt lays out Utah’s floor, ceiling, and his season prediction, plus the players to watch as the Big 12 era ramps up. To close things out, Matt reviews EA Sports College Football 26. Was this ye...

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29:46

Utah State Football 2025 Preview & Why the...

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2025/08/10

Send us a text Football season is almost here, and it’s time to break down Year One of the Bronco Mendenhall era at Utah State. I cover the Aggies’ offense, defense, coaching staff, key players, and schedule before giving my official 2025 record prediction — and it might not be what Aggie fans want to hear. Then we shift gears to gaming, diving into why the Battlefield 6 beta has over half a million concurrent players, how EA finally learned from Battlefield 2042’s mistakes, and why October 2...

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29:14

Real Salt Lake’s Leagues Cup Chaos, Battlefield 6...

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2025/08/03

Send us a text Soccer, shooters, and some spicy NFL drama—this week’s Matt Cave has it all. First, Matt breaks down Real Salt Lake’s wild run in the Leagues Cup, explaining what the tournament actually is, why MLS vs. Liga MX is heating up, and how RSL’s penalty shootouts became must-watch chaos. Then it’s on to Battlefield 6, where EA finally looks ready to bounce back after the disaster of 2042. Hear why the new reveal has Matt cautiously hyped and why this could be the Battlefield comeback...

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19:41

BYU Basketball in ESPN's Top 10?! Plus RSL's Playoff...

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2025/07/27

Send us a text This week in The Matt Cave, Matt tries to process two things he never thought he'd say in 2025: Real Salt Lake is in playoff position, and BYU Men’s Basketball is being hyped as a national title contender. No, seriously. First, he breaks down RSL’s wild 2-1 win over San Jose, featuring two goals that were more “gifts” than greatness. Then it's time to dive into an ESPN article that has BYU ahead of blue bloods like Duke, Kansas, and Michigan State — a sentence 15-year-old Matt ...

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32:40

RSL’s Oregon Breakthrough, Pokémon Z-A Hype, and a...

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2025/07/20

Send us a text This week in The Matt Cave, Real Salt Lake finally breaks the curse in Portland, notching their first win in Oregon since 2017 — only to trip over themselves at home against Eastern Conference leader FC Cincinnati. Matt breaks down both matches and what they mean for RSL’s playoff hopes (yes, playoffs). Plus: A quick but funny Utah Mammoth update involving ESPN’s painfully slow name correction, and a deep dive into six video games worth your time in a pretty meh release year. F...

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32:47

Diego Luna’s RSL Future, Big 12 Media Days Fluff, and...

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2025/07/13

Send us a text Real Salt Lake makes it four unbeaten, but are they for real? Diego Luna's return sparks life into the squad, but will he even be here for their next match? Matt dives deep into RSL's win over Houston, Luna's looming transfer, and the growing tension between short-term results and long-term planning. Then it's Big 12 Media Days recap time: BYU and Utah showed up in full fluff mode, but there were still some nuggets to break down. Matt gives his honest take on Devin Dampier, Uta...

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29:22

Great Goals, Gritty Wins, and Garbage Defense

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2025/07/06

Send us a text Matt’s back after the holiday weekend with a three-segment breakdown across soccer and hockey, starting with Real Salt Lake’s chaotic 3-2 win over St. Louis City FC. Two own goals, clueless defending, and somehow a win? Yeah, it’s that kind of year in Sandy. Then it’s all eyes on the USMNT as Matt breaks down their undefeated Gold Cup run and explains why this “C team” is actually putting pressure on the World Cup roster. Three new locks, a goalie controversy, and a whole lot o...

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30:30

Draft Week Reaction Spectacular

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2025/06/29

Send us a text This week, Matt dives into the 2025 NBA and NHL Drafts, and for once, he’s giving himself a little credit. The Utah Jazz surprised fans by drafting Ace Bailey at #5, trading up for Walter Clayton Jr., and grabbing John Tonje in Round 2. He breaks down each pick, roasts ESPN’s anti-small-market narratives, and celebrates a rare aggressive move by Utah’s front office. Then it’s over to the ice, where Utah Mammoth GM Bill Armstrong pulls off a blockbuster trade for JJ Peterka and ...

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29:13

Utah Jazz Play It Safe While the Mammoth Plan a Draft...

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2025/06/22

Send us a text This week on The Matt Cave Podcast, host Matt Smith dives into the high-stakes world of draft strategy as the Utah Jazz and Utah Mammoth prepare for back-to-back draft nights. With both teams holding top-5 picks, the pressure is on—so Matt’s breaking down what he thinks they’ll do versus what they should do. 🏀 For the Jazz, Matt predicts a predictable pick (hello, Trey Johnson) and calls out the team’s addiction to “upside” and inaction in trade talks. 🏒 For the Mammoth, ...

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32:00

Luna on Loan, RSL Wakes Up, and Xbox Drops Bombs

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2025/06/15

Send us a text Real Salt Lake finally ends their brutal winless streak — and they did it without Diego Luna. With the Gold Cup underway, Matt breaks down the USMNT’s roster, their chances (spoiler: not great), and why Luna’s value keeps rising. On the gaming front, Xbox’s showcase delivered big with Clockwork Revolution, Beast of Reincarnation (yes, from Game Freak!), and news of a Halo Combat Evolved remaster. Plus: Is the Xbox Ally handheld the console killer we didn’t know we needed?...

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31:37

Luna Rising, BYU All In, and Gamers Left Dreaming

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2025/06/08

Send us a text It was a quiet week in Utah sports—but not without drama. In this episode of The Matt Cave: 🇺🇸 Diego Luna earns the start for the USMNT against Turkey and makes a strong case for next summer’s World Cup roster. 🏀 BYU extends Kevin Young after one season. Is it a savvy move or a leap of faith in the new NIL era? 💰 The NCAA’s pay-for-play shift is official—what it means for schools like BYU, Utah, and Utah State going forward. 🎮 And Summer Game Fest 2025… well, it happened

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26:15

RSL’s Gift to LA, Mammoth’s Russian Reinforcements,...

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2025/06/01

Send us a text Real Salt Lake keeps finding new ways to disappoint, gifting the LA Galaxy their first win of the season in spectacular fashion. Meanwhile, the Utah Mammoth lock in two towering Russian prospects to bolster the blue line. And in gaming, Matt breaks down why Elden Ring: Night Reign flopped and how AAA studios are cashing in on your loyalty — again. Support the show

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31:10

RSL Meltdown, Mammoth Glory, and the Gaming Summer Ahead

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2025/05/25

Send us a text In this Memorial Day weekend edition of The Matt Cave, Matt breaks down Real Salt Lake’s gut-wrenching 2-3 collapse against Vancouver and raises serious questions about the club's leadership, captaincy choices, and lackluster roster beyond Diego Luna. He then celebrates Team USA’s exhilarating overtime win over Switzerland at the IIHF World Championship, led by Utah Mammoth stars Logan Cooley, Clayton Keller, Josh Doan, and Michael Kesselring. Shifting gears, Matt preview...

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33:15

RSL's Harsh Reality, Mammoth on the World Stage &...

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2025/05/18

Send us a text In this week’s spelunk into The Matt Cave, the optimism surrounding Real Salt Lake has evaporated. Matt breaks down a rough two-game stretch, the scoring crisis plaguing the team, and the looming shadow of a rebuild that may be inevitable—yes, even involving Diego Luna. Then it's off to the IIHF World Championship, where Utah Mammoth players are repping the USA, Canada, and Czechia with pride (and some serious stats). What does it mean for the club and the future? Plus: a loade...

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10:13

Rigged: The NBA’s Big Market Fix is Alive and Well

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2025/05/13

Send us a text No intro music. No jokes. Just fire. Matt breaks down the 2025 NBA Draft Lottery disaster—where the Jazz fell to 5th despite having the best odds—while Dallas, San Antonio, and Philly magically rose to the top. He exposes the patterns, the hypocrisy, and the league’s blatant disrespect for small-market teams. If you still believe the NBA Lottery is fair after this episode, you’re not paying attention. Support the show

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31:10

NBA Lottery Conspiracies, Bungie’s Bizarre Lawsuit,...

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2025/05/11

Send us a text This week in The Matt Cave: 🏀 The NBA Draft Lottery is almost here—and Matt breaks down the Jazz’s odds, the top prospects, and why the entire lottery system might be due for a major shakeup. ⚽ Real Salt Lake just can't stop getting red cards. Matt vents his frustration as RSL once again plays with 10 men and drops points they should’ve earned. ⚖️ In gaming news: Bungie is being sued for allegedly stealing Destiny 2’s Red War storyline… from a WordPress blog. The legal circus

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