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Tennessee head coach Josh Heupel talks on his headset during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Georgia, Saturday, Nov. 13, 2021, in Knoxville, Tenn. (AP Photo/Wade Payne)
Bowl eligibility up for grabs for Tennessee, South Alabama

By Al Lesar Nov. 18, 2021 10:39 AM EST

FILE - In this Nov. 7, 2020, file photo, Coastal Carolina's D'Jordan Strong (7) tackles South Alabama's Jalen Tolbert during the first half of an NCAA college football game in Conway, S.C. Tolbert showed up at South Alabama as a low-rated recruit. When he leaves, the NFL more than likely will be his next stop. (AP Photo/Richard Shiro, File)
NFL Prospect Watch: S Ala WR Jalen Tolbert makes steady rise

By Eric Olson Sep. 10, 2021 01:42 AM EDT

FILE - Utah quarterback Cameron Rising looks for a receiver during the first half of the team's NCAA college football game against Southern California in Salt Lake City, in this Saturday, Nov. 21, 2020, file photo For the second straight year, the Utes entered fall camp undecided on who will be the starting quarterback. The battle to lead the offense has turned into a two-man race between Baylor transfer Charlie Brewer and redshirt sophomore Cameron Rising. (AP Photo/Rick Bowmer, File)
Brewer, Rising battling to become starting QB at Utah

By John Coon Aug. 12, 2021 12:25 PM EDT

FILE - In this Saturday, Nov. 16, 2019 file photo, Oregon coach Mario Cristobal welcomes his team back to the sideline after a first-quarter score against Arizona in an NCAA college football game in Eugene, Ore. Oregon has won the past two Pac-12 championships and is poised to be in contention to win another. Coach Mario Cristobal has pulled in the conference's top recruiting class the past two seasons and the 2021 class was sixth nationally, including pro-style quarterback Ty Thompson, who will likely battle Anthony Brown for the starting spot. (AP Photo/Chris Pietsch, File)
Slovis, Daniels and Garbers among top returning Pac-12 QBs

By Anne M. Peterson Apr. 29, 2021 07:51 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 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

Colorado quarterback Sam Noyer (4) stiff-arms Arizona defensive back Isaiah Mays (13) in the second half during an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Dec. 5, 2020, in Tucson, Ariz. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)
No. 21 Colorado attempts to end 3-game losing streak to Utah

By The Associated Press Dec. 10, 2020 04:17 PM 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

Utah safety Zemaiah Vaughn (16) runs 73 yards as quarterback Jake Bentley (8) reacts on the sideline after Vaughn intercepted a Washington pass during the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Nov. 28, 2020, in Seattle. (AP Photo/Ted S. Warren)
Washington rallies from 21-point deficit, beats Utah 24-21

By Tim Booth Nov. 28, 2020 11:13 PM EST

Utah quarterback Jake Bentley keeps the ball for a touchdown against Washington during the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Nov. 28, 2020, in Seattle. (AP Photo/Ted S. Warren)
Utah at Washington 11/28/2020

Nov. 28, 2020 08:41 PM EST

Washington coach Jimmy Lake talks with field judge Todd Migchelbrink during the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Nov. 21, 2020, in Seattle. (AP Photo/Elaine Thompson)
Unexpected Pac-12 matchup as Utah travels to Washington

By Tim Booth Nov. 27, 2020 02:21 PM EST

Utah quarterback Cameron Rising looks for a receiver during the first half of the team's NCAA college football game against Southern California on Saturday, Nov. 21, 2020, in Salt Lake City. (AP Photo/Rick Bowmer)
Slovis, dominant defense power No. 20 USC past Utah 33-17

Nov. 22, 2020 02:20 AM EST

BYU running back Tyler Allgeier (25) runs the ball for a touchdown in the first quarter against North Alabama defensive lineman Charlie Ryan (92) during an NCAA college football game Saturday, Nov. 21, 2020, in Provo, Utah. (AP Photo/Jeff Swinger, Pool)
USC at Utah 11/21/2020

Nov. 21, 2020 06:23 PM EST

Southern California quarterback Kedon Slovis (9) throws over Arizona linebacker Jalen Harris (49) in the first half during an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Nov. 14, 2020, in Tucson, Ariz. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)
After 2 canceled games, Utah set to open against No. 20 USC

By The Associated Press Nov. 19, 2020 03:19 PM EST

Southern California quarterback Kedon Slovis (9) throws over Arizona linebacker Jalen Harris (49) in the first half during an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Nov. 14, 2020, in Tucson, Ariz. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)
3rd time charm? Utah hosts No. 20 USC after 2 cancellations

By Pat Graham Nov. 19, 2020 12:07 PM EST

UCLA quarterback Dorian Thompson-Robinson, front, slides to a stop past Colorado cornerback Chris Miller after a long gain in the second half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Nov. 7, 2020, in Boulder, Colo. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)
UCLA looks to bounce back against inexperienced Utah

By Joe Reedy Nov. 12, 2020 05:22 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