Send us a text Utah fans, this may be it for you this season... Matt details what he saw and why there is little hope on either side of the ball. BYU fans, bowl eligible!? FAVORITES to win the Big 12 now?!?! Just what is going on in Provo!? Matt tries to make sense of what is brewing in LaVell Edwards Stadium. Why is BYU Men's Basketball rated so l…

Send us a text In this week's show, Matt gets some vindication. He was right!!! Then, he gives his inaugural season prediction for The Club! It's rosier than you might think... For a bye week, BYU and Utah did very well! Matt tells you where each school is in the AP Poll and his outlook for the next phase of the season. (Hint: He still doesn't trus…

Send us a text This week, Matt expresses his frustration with BYU quarterback Jake Retzlaff's performance in the second half of the game against Baylor. (Hint: he still doesn't think this is the guy...) He also rants about Utah football head coach Kyle Whittingham's handling of the never ending quarterback situation, which he calls "The Rising Saga…

Send us a text The Utah defense is legitimate! Matt talks about what impressed him most from the Utes' big win in Stillwater. Wait, what just happened? Late night chaos in Provo leads BYU to the Top 25! Is this kind of winning sustainable? Matt will tell you. RSL is SECOND in MLS. That is NOT a typo! Utah Hockey Club locked up and locked in one of …

Send us a text Were you worried in that first half Ute fans? Matt wasn't, and he'll tell you why and why the Utes are in good hands moving into the post Rising era. Don't be a stat sheet stan! Why Matt STILL thinks the QB 1 in Provo is not the right choice and why the stat sheet can lie. Maybe NOW is the time to hit the panic button RSL fans. Howev…

Send us a text Did Cam Rising anger the football gods? Or is he made of porcelain? Who knows? BYU's QB situation is a mess, and with the history of Sitake's program, it won't get better. What did the video game review industry get wrong THIS time? Matt goes over it. Matt's doing fantasy football this year! Are you!? Let him know! Support the show…

Send us a text Week one is in the books for the Big 3! How did they do? Matt recaps a rather easy weekend for the Cougars, Utes and Aggies. Best wishes and get well soon to Robert Briggs, Jr. of the Aggies! Jake Retzlaff is not the answer at quarterback. Matt will tell you why the stats belie some worrying signs. Lastly, with the release of World o…

Send us a text Football season has arrived again! Here to get you ready for the upcoming season, Matt will give you key players to watch for each team on both sides of the ball. He will also tell you what to expect over the course of the season, the key theme for each team AND he looks into his crystal ball and will tell you how each team will fini…

Send us a text In this episode of The Matt Cave Podcast, Matt dives deep into the world of sports and gaming. First up, Matt'll be breaking down the recent announcement of the proposed hiring of a new manager and if they actually got it right. Next, he'll be making a case for why the Utah Hockey Club is an underrated team in the NHL. Finally, Matt …

Send us a text This week Matt is diving deep into the world of Utah sports! First, he is celebrating the Jazz's big move to lock up Lauri Markkanen. Is this the right decision for the franchise? He'll break it down. Next, we're honoring the Utah Olympians who brought home medals from Paris. Alex Sedrick, Kenneth Rooks, and Grant Fisher made the Bee…

Send us a text This week on The Matt Cave Podcast, Matt dives into the latest sports news shaking up the Utah scene. First, he breaks down the heartbreaking news of BYU linebacker Ben Bywater's medical retirement. He'll discuss the impact of this loss on the Cougars and offers his support to Ben. Next, he'll finally put a bow on the Lauri Markkanen…

Send us a text Matt dives into the Real Salt Lake's recent struggles and urges fans to stay calm. We'll then shift gears to discuss the surprising Calder Trophy candidate for the Utah Hockey Club. Finally, Matt reviews the latest installment of EA College Football and takes a deep dive into Final Fantasy XIV's newest expansion, Dawntrail. Support t…

Send us a text This is the dog days of summer! Matt talks about the wake up call for Real Salt Lake, shout outs for the 10 Olympians from Utah and a very important message that he needed to share after the events on July 13th. If you do not want to hear the important message, the regular show ends at 21:25. Support the show…

Send us a text USMNT Needs a Change! New Episode Alert! ️ This week on The Matt Cave, Matt breaks down why the USMNT can't keep Gregg Berhalter. He also dives into the Utah Jazz situation – why it's different than fans think, or want. Plus, an update on Matt's streaming schedule! Don't miss it! #USMNT #UtahJazz #TheMattCave P.S. Hit that subscribe …

Send us a text The NBA and NHL drafts are over, but the future of Utah's pro teams is just beginning! Join Matt for a deep dive into the Jazz and Utah Hockey Club's draft picks. He analyzes their potential impact, discusses what it means for the upcoming season, and answer the burning question: what's next for Utah? Support the show…

Send us a text This week, Matt is dissecting the rollercoaster of emotions that is being a Utah sports fan. He'll rant about Gregg Berhalter's baffling decisions and unpack what the Utah Jazz and Utah Hockey Club's drafts might hold. He'll also discuss the end to RSL's unbeaten run. Lastly, he'll dive into a quick review of Elden Ring: Shadow of th…

Send us a text This week Matt celebrates Real Salt Lake tying the club record for an unbeaten streak at 14 games. Can they keep it going? He discusses BYU's surprising recognition in ESPN's all-time influential college football teams. Plus, he sizes up the USMNT's chances at the Copa America and wraps it up with a spoiler-free review of Destiny 2: …

Send us a text Feeling the Utah sports drought? Matt is too! But fear not, spelunkers, this episode is an oasis in the desert. Matt'll quench your thirst for competition with a deep dive into upcoming international tournaments like the Copa America, Euro Champs, and even the Paris Olympics! Plus, we'll swap jerseys for controllers and explore the e…

Send us a text Can RSL maintain their momentum? What does BYU's Robinson transfer mean for the pouty fanbase? Which upcoming games will have you glued to your screen? (Hint: There are SEVEN that Matt is excited about. SEVEN!!!!!) Join Matt as he tackles these topics and more! Support the showBy Matt Smith

Send us a text Buckle up, spelunkers, because this episode is a rollercoaster! Matt dissects Real Salt Lake's recent clash with FC Dallas, analyzing the on-field madness. Then, he shifts gears and dives into the Utah Jazz shutting down those pesky Atlanta Hawks who came calling for Keyonte George. Was it the right move? Matt breaks it down. Then, M…

Send us a text Real Salt Lake can't stop scoring! And it isn't just Chicho! Is Matt still pumping the breaks on this squad? MLS spending report is out! Just how much less is RSL making that Messi? How many more points and goals does 3x the amount of RSL's spending net to Inter Miami? Draft primers for the Jazz and the Hockey Club! Matt names two pl…

Send us a text Real Salt Lake remain without a loss for a WHILE now! Why does it feel like a mirage? Offseason cliffs notes for the Jazz and Hockey Club! Sony, EA, Microsoft and Nintendo all had bad weeks. What did they do and why are gamers so mad about it all?? Matt will tell you! Support the showBy Matt Smith

Send us a text BYU Men's Basketball has their new head man! Matt tells you why this hire has great potential. Real Salt Lake continue to storm through the MLS! Is it sustainable? Sony REALLY stepped in it this time. What game did they destroy, how did they do it and why? Support the showBy Matt Smith

Send us a text This is it! ZACH IS FREE!!! Here Matt's reaction to the trade and the Broncos headscratching move to draft Bo Nix in the first round. Hey, not that many locals got drafted this year... does Matt like where the guys went? Real Salt Lake is a... juggernaut?!? Matt breaks down the early season blitz and why he is both excited and a litt…

Send us a text The pen has hit paper, and the votes have been cast: HOCKEY IS COMING TO UTAH!! What will they be called? Matt has a shortlist of team names (hint: he doesn't really like any of them...) Real Salt Lake is WHERE in the standings!? And they have someone leading the league!?!?! Matt tells you where they are and who the league leader is!…

Send us a text HOCKEY IS COMING TO UTAH!!! THIS IS NOT A DRILL!!!!! Matt goes over the wild series of events that occurred to bring a team here so fast, and what it might mean for another rumored expansion...(baseball anyone?) Real Salt Lake had a real chance to make a statement. Instead, they whispered... This season was quite the brown note from …

Send us a text We are moving into spring now in the sports world which means!? Well in Utah, Real Salt Lake becomes the focus! The Jazz STINK. No, really. They are AWFUL. The NCAA tournaments are almost over and the women ruled March. Two older games released new content recently. What games and why does Matt care? Support the show…

Send us a text We are coming to the ending of another basketball season and for a lot of Jazz fans, it can't come fast enough. Matt tells you why this season isn't the end of the world. Real Salt Lake may have found offense! If they did, this could be a very good year for the boys in Cobalt and Claret!! A release date has been announced! Why you sh…

Send us a text Hey! How's your bracket doing? Same Matt talks to the fan bases of BYU, Utah St and Utah. They need a talking to after some of the things that are being said... RSL are... fun to watch!?! IT'S TRUE! Matt goes over their most recent victory over Vancouver. Jazz fans need to chill, no seriously... Are either of the Major League Basebal…

Send us a text The brackets are live and the picks are flooding in! Matt has made two brackets and NO MORE!! What are his picks?! What are YOURS!?! Coach Will Hardy is getting frustrated with the attitudes of his young players!! Uh-oh... What did he have to say after their latest loss? Bungie may be jumping the shark when it comes to alerting their…

Send us a text The regular season is over and the standings are set! Where is YOUR team in their conference brackets? Matt goes over the ending of the regular season and the outlooks for Utah, Utah State and BYU Men's Basketball teams. Are Jazz fans really this impatient? Matt (again) reminds you all to slow it down and appreciate the growing pains…

Send us a text The unpredictability of College Basketball continues! How about those Cougars, huh!? Matt talks about the upset and the following game against the Horned Frogs and what it means for March. The Aggies continue to take care of business. Although not in the most comfortable of fashions and the Utes have back-to-back blowout wins! What d…

Send us a text With Spring Training here, the MLB Expansion rumors begin to swirl anew! Matt has you covered on the latest developments. If you think you can predict College Basketball, you would be wrong. What went on with BYU, Utah and Utah State's Men's Basketball teams?? EA Sports College Football 25 has announced NIL compensation and the final…

Send us a text It was not a great introduction to the weekend from a few of the basketball teams here in Utah. It's a good thing that there is a distraction in the form of the All Star Weekend! Matt breaks down the slip ups by BYU and Utah State. He also talks about Utah FINALLY getting a road win! While there wasn't a Jazzman selected or voted to …

Send us a text Wow, what a game huh!? In this week's show Matt breaks down the Super Bowl, where the 49ers lost the game (it might not be where you think!) And what the Chiefs did right. The Trade Deadline came and went and the Jazz were active! Matt goes over who moved and what to look forward to for the rest of the season! BYU has the toughest re…

Send us a text There is only one more game of football left this season. It's a good thing there is PLENTY left to talk about! Matt talks about the refreshed enthusiasm of the NHL to Utah rumors. He gives the reasons why it will and why it won't be headed there! Basketball fans rejoice! Matt gives his updates on the Jazz, Utah, Utah State and BYU M…

Send us a text Championship weekend in the NFL is over. How did Matt's picks fair? Matt goes over what he saw, and the discusses the futures of the losing teams. Almost all of the Head Coaching vacancies have been filled and there THREE coaches that are still unemployed? WHY!? Matt tries to discern the reasoning and Nintendo is investigating Palwor…

Send us a text What a weekend of football!! 3 out of the four games came down to the final possession!!!! How did Matt's Pre-season Super Bowl picks fair? The Jazz hot streak ends but they are right where they should be and a new game like Pokemon, that isn't quite Pokemon!? Matt might be in love. Support the show…

Send us a text The locals in the NFL showed up in the first round of the NFL Playoffs! Have a day, Jordan Love and Puka Nacua!! Who are these Jazz??? And saying goodbye to two coaching legends and a wishlist item for another! Support the showBy Matt Smith

Send us a text Happy New Year, Spelunkers!!!! It's so good to be back! This week, Matt kicks off the year by looking back to 2023' VGA winners. He also laments the loss of E3 and what these expos used to mean to gaming. Locals in the NFL returns and there is a RECORD BREAKER! Congratulations to Puka Nacua of the Los Angeles Rams!!!! To wrap up the …

Send us a text It's the last episode of 2023! THANK YOU, SPELUNKERS! It has been a wonderful year and each and every one of you are amazing human beings. What's in this show? Well, the Jets finally injure more than just Zach's pride, Locals in the NFL and BASKETBALL!!! Matt talks about the men's teams for Utah, BYU and Utah St. Here's a hint, they …

Send us a text A lot of roster churn in college football, Matt breaks down the news thus far for BYU and Utah. Some locals in the NFL news and Matt gets to say, "I told you so." Yet again. Support the showBy Matt Smith

Send us a text The Utes are going to Vegas! The Aggies? Well, I hope you like potatoes! Locals in the NFL, an abbreviated holiday video game buying guide AND the College Football Playoff Selection Committee got it horribly wrong! Support the showBy Matt Smith

Send us a text BYUs season ends how it should've, Utah and Utah St live on (who called the USU bowl? This fella right here!) Locals in the NFL and a parting shot at the clown show that is the New York Jets. Support the showBy Matt Smith

Send us a text BYU almost did the unthinkable, but close only counts in horseshoes and hand grenades. Utah gets a reality check, USU has more bad luck and Locals in the NFL! Then, Matt rips into the Jets organization for failing yet another young QB. Support the showBy Matt Smith

Send us a text This week I get HEATED at the goons on ESPN and call them out on how they cover Zach Wilson and the Jets. The Zach Wilson defense continues!!!!! BYU continues to prove it is not Power 5 ready, WHICH IS OKAY!! Utah almost pulls off the upset and locals in the NFL continues. Support the show…

Send us a text Utah bounces back in a MAJOR way, BYU sees just how difficult it is to bounce in a Power 4 conference, Locals in the NFL and the news and announcements made at BlizzCon 2023!! Support the showBy Matt Smith

Send us a text Well, it was the week we were all dreading, and kind of expecting. I sift through the wreckage that was Week 9 in college football for BYU and Utah. Locals in the NFL with a fresh coat of paint on the Zach Wilson defense and I finally give my thoughts on Microsoft's acquisition of Activision/Blizzard! Support the show…

Send us a text Wow! What a game, huh?? I didn't mention it in the show but Grit and Determination will always beat glitz and glamor! Oh, and BYU just may be the least deserving 5-2 team in the country... Locals in the NFL and how I have been spending my down time in gaming! Support the showBy Matt Smith

Send us a text On this week's program: Maybe the Utes can be okay if Cam Rising is out for longer than we hoped, BYU gets a wake up call and a true "Welcome to the Big XII moment", Locals in the NFL and my late review of the newest iteration of the Madden franchise. Spoiler alert, it's not very good... Support the show…