Britain Covey
FILE - Baylor quarterback Charlie Brewer prepares to throw a pass during the first half of the team's NCAA college football game against Oklahoma in Norman, Okla., in this Saturday, Dec. 5, 2020, file photo. Charlie Brewer is on a mission to make a name for himself as Utah's newest quarterback. Since his high school days, when he was lightly recruited before signing with Baylor, Brewer has driven himself to prove his doubters wrong. Now his competitive spirit is giving him the inside track to win the starting quarterback job with the Utes. (AP Photo/Sue Ogrocki, File)
Former Baylor QB Charlie Brewer flourishing at Utah

By John Coon Apr. 15, 2021 02:03 PM EDT

Utah rallies to beat Washington State 45-28 in season finale

By John Coon Dec. 19, 2020 05:45 PM EST
SALT LAKE CITY (AP) — Drew Lisk seriously considered ending his football career at Utah following the end of his junior year after spending four mostly...

Utah quarterback Jake Bentley (8) warms up before an NCAA college football game against Washington State, Saturday, Dec. 19, 2020, in Salt Lake City. (AP Photo/Rick Bowmer)
Washington at USC 12/18/2020

Dec. 19, 2020 01:33 PM EST

Utah wide receiver Britain Covey, center, raises his arm as he warms up with teammates in sub-freezing temperatures and light snow before the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Dec. 12, 2020, in Boulder, Colo. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)
Bowl spot on the line for Utah, Washington State in finale

By Pat Graham Dec. 17, 2020 12:09 PM EST

Utah quarterback Jake Bentley, left, is pursued by Colorado linebacker Joshka Gustav in the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Dec. 12, 2020, in Boulder, Colo. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)
Utah defense, Jordan shine in 38-21 win over No. 21 Colorado

By Pat Graham Dec. 12, 2020 03:43 PM EST

Utah wide receiver Britain Covey, center, raises his arm as he warms up with teammates in sub-freezing temperatures and light snow before the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Dec. 12, 2020, in Boulder, Colo. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)
Utah at Colorado 12/11/2020

Dec. 12, 2020 11:07 AM EST

Oregon State quarterback Chance Nolan (10) looks downfield during the first half of the team's NCAA college football game against Utah on Saturday, Dec. 5, 2020, in Salt Lake City. (AP Photo/Rick Bowmer)
Utah survives late rally, edges Oregon State 30-24

John Coon Dec. 06, 2020 02:16 AM EST

Cardboard cutouts are displayed in the seats before an NCAA college football game between Oregon State and Utah, Saturday, Dec. 5, 2020, in Salt Lake City. (AP Photo/Rick Bowmer)
Oregon State at Utah 12/5/2020

Dec. 05, 2020 08:33 PM EST

FILE - In this Sept. 14, 2019, file photo, Idaho State defensive lineman Gilbert Varela reaches for Utah running back Devin Brumfield during the second half of an NCAA college football game in Salt Lake City. Devin Brumfield, Jordan Wilmore, Micah Bernard and Ty Jordan will split carries this season. (AP Photo/Rick Bowmer, File)
Arizona braces for Whittingham, largely unknown Utah squad

By Pat Graham Nov. 05, 2020 12:55 PM EST

Arizona State quarterback Jayden Daniels (5) celebrates with head coach Herm Edwards, right, after an NCAA college football game win over Washington State, Saturday, Oct. 12, 2019, in Tempe, Ariz. (AP Photo/Ross D. Franklin)
ASU, Utah offenses take center stage in key Pac-12 showdown

By John Coon Oct. 18, 2019 10:01 AM EDT

Washington State safety Bryce Beekman (26) tackles Utah wide receiver Solomon Enis (21) in the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Sept. 28, 2019, in Salt Lake City. (AP Photo/Rick Bowmer)
Huntley leads No. 19 Utah past Washington State 38-13

By Matthew Coles Sep. 29, 2019 01:45 AM EDT

Alabama wide receiver DeVonta Smith (6) leaps into the air for his fourth touchdown reception well ahead of coverage from Mississippi defensive back Keidron Smith (20) during the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Sept. 28, 2019, in Tuscaloosa, Ala. (AP Photo/Vasha Hunt)
No. 1 Clemson stops 2-point try to beat North Carolina

By The Associated Press Sep. 28, 2019 04:53 PM EDT

Washington State quarterback Anthony Gordon (18) throws a pass during the first half of an NCAA college football game against UCLA in Pullman, Wash., Saturday, Sept. 21, 2019. (AP Photo/Young Kwak)
No. 19 Utah seeking first win over Washington St. since 2012

By The Associated Press Sep. 26, 2019 03:31 PM EDT

Utah wide receiver Bryan Thompson (19) catches a touchdown pass as Idaho State defensive back Caleb Brown (22) defends in the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Sept. 14, 2019, in Salt Lake City. (AP Photo/Rick Bowmer)
Huntley, Moss Lead No. 11 Utah over Idaho State, 31-0

By Matthew Coles Sep. 14, 2019 07:27 PM EDT

FILE - In this Nov. 24, 2018, file photo, Utah head coach Kyle Whittingham and his team prepares to take the field prior to an NCAA college football game against the BYU in Salt Lake City. The 14th-ranked Utes return their entire two-deep front from last season, including Leki Fotu and defensive end Bradlee Anae, who both graded well enough to project as early round picks in the 2019 NFL draft. (AP Photo/Rick Bowmer, File)
Utah seeks 12th straight season-opening win facing BYU

Aug. 28, 2019 12:58 PM EDT

FILE - In this Dec. 21, 2018, file photo, BYU quarterback Zach Wilson (11) looks to throw the ball against Western Michigan in the first half of the Famous Idaho Potato Bowl NCAA college football game, in Boise, Idaho. BYU takes on No. 14 Utah on Thursday, Aug. 29, 2019, in Provo, Utah. (AP Photo/Steve Conner, File)
Old and New: Utah takes new offense into longtime rivalry

By John Coon Aug. 28, 2019 12:51 PM EDT

Northwestern offensive lineman Trey Klock (39) dives past Utah defensive back Jaylon Johnson (1) for a touchdown during the second half of the Holiday Bowl NCAA college football game against Utah, Monday, Dec. 31, 2018, in San Diego. (AP Photo/Denis Poroy)
Northwestern defense stuns No. 20 Utah 31-20 in Holiday Bowl

By Bernie Wilson Dec. 31, 2018 10:56 PM EST

Banged-up No. 20 Utah faces Northwestern in Holiday Bowl

By Bernie Wilson Dec. 30, 2018 05:38 PM EST
SAN DIEGO (AP) — It will be hard for Kyle Whittingham to ever top his experience in the Holiday Bowl. Now the coach of No. 20 Utah, Whittingham played...

Beat-up No. 20 Utes face Northwestern in Holiday Bowl

By The Associated Press Dec. 30, 2018 04:43 PM EST
Holiday Bowl: Northwestern (8-5) vs. No. 20 Utah (9-4, No. 17, CFP), at San Diego, Monday, 7 p.m. EST (FS1). Line: Utah by 7. Series...

FILE - In this Nov. 23, 2018, file photo, Washington State quarterback Gardner Minshew passes against Washington during the first half of an NCAA college football game in Pullman, Wash. Minshew was named the Pac-12 offensive player of the year and the newcomer of the year Thursday, Dec. 6, 2018. (AP Photo/Ted S. Warren, File)
Top Pac-12 quarterback? Easy. Minshew is AP panel's choice

By Anne M. Peterson Dec. 06, 2018 12:20 PM EST