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
321 episodes
Are RSL's Stars Headed to Europe? | Palworld 1.0 Review
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 developme...
Utah Jazz & Utah Mammoth Offseason Grades | Ainge and Armstrong Win Big
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 g...
Utah Jazz Draft Reaction: Darryn Peterson Era Begins | Mammoth Not Done Yet?
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 befor...
Utah Jazz Draft Strategy, Mammoth Trade Rumors & MLB Lockout Concerns
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 tr...
Utah Mammoth Rumors Heat Up, Jazz Draft Chaos & BYU/Utah Rankings
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, Ro...
Utah Royals Dominating, BYU & Utah Football Buzz, and Summer Game Fest Highlights
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 Na...
Walker Kessler Deal Nears, Utah State Pac-12 Preview & Utah MLB Expansion
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...
RSL Heartbreak, A World Cup Snub & Saying Goodbye to Destiny
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 expectation...
RSL Takes 3rd, Utah Mammoth Trade Rumors & Jazz Draft Clarity
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 Wester...
Utah Jazz Land No. 2 Pick, RSL Falls in Dallas, Utah Mammoth Offseason Priorities
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 th...
Mammoth Playoff Lessons, Real Salt Lake Bounce Back, and Utah Jazz Offseason Questions
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 ...
Utah NFL Draft Recap, RSL vs Messi Takeaways & Mammoth Playoff Surge
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 ...
Utah Mammoth vs Golden Knights Playoff Preview | RSL, Jazz & BYU
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 Uta...
Utah Jazz Rebuild Over? Mammoth Playoff Push & BYU Transfer Portal Shakeup
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 lin...
Utah Mammoth Surge, Jazz Tank & RSL Hot Start + SurrounDead Review
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...
Jazz Talk, Mammoth Playoff Push & Arc Raiders vs Marathon
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 dr...
BYU Season Ends, Utah State Shines & Jazz Tank Talk
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 ...
Utah Mammoth Collapse, Jazz Tanking Debate & March Madness
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 bas...
Jazz Tanking, Mammoth Deadline, RSL Win
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 mad...
Jazz Tanking, Mammoth Trade Buzz & RSL’s Home Opener
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...
Utah Olympic Recap, Jazz Tank Debate, BYU Reality & RSL Season Start
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 K...
Utah Basketball Check-In, Olympic Snubs Hurt the Mammoth, and ESPN’s Longstanding Problem With the Jazz
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 ...
BYU’s Basketball Collapse, Utah Jazz Signal the End of the Rebuild, and the State of Utah Hoops
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 expo...
BYU’s Reality Check, Utah State Takes Control, and the Utah Mammoth’s Costly Collapse
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 a...
Holy War Redux, the Jazz’s Tank Note Era, and a Mammoth Team Ready to Move
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...
