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Will Utah actually air it out under offensive coordinator Kevin McGiven?

Will Utah actually air it out under offensive coordinator Kevin McGiven?

Josh Furlong, KSL  |  Posted Aug. 27 - 8:08 a.m.  |  Save Story

It's no secret Utah is highly optimistic about the team's talent and depth at wide receiver this season. But given Utah's history on offense, will Kevin McGiven actually air it out?
QB Tommy Castellanos commits to No. 12 Texas Tech with court-granted 5th season before Big 12 ruling

QB Tommy Castellanos commits to No. 12 Texas Tech with court-granted 5th season before Big 12 ruling

The Associated Press  |  Updated Aug. 26 - 7:27 p.m.  |  Save Story

Well-traveled quarterback Tommy Castellanos plans to play this season for No. 12 Texas Tech, the Big 12 Conference favorite that is set for returner Will Hammond to be its starter after transfer Brendan Sorsby was declared ineligible because of gambling.
NIL-fueled parity shakes up title odds, with 7 teams at 11-1 or better to win title

NIL-fueled parity shakes up title odds, with 7 teams at 11-1 or better to win title

Mark Anderson, Associated Press  |  Posted Aug. 26 - 7:20 p.m.  |  Save Story

and Indiana certainly wasn't one of them.
Big 12 becomes latest conference to ban former NFL players while NFL reiterates its rules

Big 12 becomes latest conference to ban former NFL players while NFL reiterates its rules

Stephen Hawkins, Associated Press  |  Updated Aug. 26 - 6:57 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Big 12 Conference on Wednesday followed the Southeastern and Big Ten conferences in banning players who were on NFL rosters from returning to college.
SEC joins Big Ten in banning pros from returning to college, including basketball players

SEC joins Big Ten in banning pros from returning to college, including basketball players

Eddie Pells And Eric Olson, Associated Press  |  Updated Aug. 25 - 6:52 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Southeastern Conference passed a rule Tuesday banning players who have been drafted by NFL, NBA or WNBA teams or listed on rosters in those leagues, joining the Big Ten in taking a strong stand against an unexpected surge of pro players trying to return to college with the NCAA mired in a sprawling legal fight over eligibility.
After career-threatening injury, BYU's Sione Moa grateful for chance to 'just play football'

After career-threatening injury, BYU's Sione Moa grateful for chance to 'just play football'

VideoSean Walker, KSL  |  Posted Aug. 25 - 11:31 a.m.  |  Save Story

Moa was a prime candidate to break out at RB2 behind star running back LJ Martin. But an injury that took most of his sophomore season — and nearly more — limited him to four games during the Cougars' 12-2 season in 2025.
Big 12 QB rankings: Fifita, Bachmeier, Weigman and Dampier lead the way as half the teams turn to transfers

Big 12 QB rankings: Fifita, Bachmeier, Weigman and Dampier lead the way as half the teams turn to transfers

Jon Wilner, Bay Area News Group  |  Posted Aug. 24 - 11:05 p.m.  |  Save Story

Only five teams in the Big 12 return their starting quarterbacks. Three more are relying on former backups to make the transition to full-time starters.
Utah basketball loses Noam Yaacov to ineligible ruling by NCAA

Utah basketball loses Noam Yaacov to ineligible ruling by NCAA

Steve Bartle, KSL  |  Posted Aug. 24 - 8:53 p.m.  |  Save Story

International guard Noam Yaacov has been deemed ineligible to compete by the NCAA, KSL Sports has learned, ending Utah's efforts to get the highly regarded guard cleared for the 2026-27 season.
After a stop in the NFL, Dae'Quan Wright could be heading back to LSU thanks to court order

After a stop in the NFL, Dae'Quan Wright could be heading back to LSU thanks to court order

Brett Martel And Rob Maaddi, Associated Press  |  Updated Aug. 24 - 8:00 p.m.  |  Save Story

After a stop in the NFL, former Mississippi tight end Dae'Quan Wright could be heading to LSU thanks to a court order that is creating havoc throughout college sports by allowing Wright and others an unexpected fifth year of eligibility.
Minnesota's kicking competition muddied by NCAA eligibility court ruling

Minnesota's kicking competition muddied by NCAA eligibility court ruling

Dave Campbell, Associated Press  |  Posted Aug. 24 - 5:11 p.m.  |  Save Story

The eligibility chaos across college football has seeped into depth charts for several programs with the regular season fast approaching.
Locals in the NFL: Britain Covey TD highlights Week 2 of preseason

Locals in the NFL: Britain Covey TD highlights Week 2 of preseason

Sean Walker, KSL  |  Posted Aug. 23 - 10:47 p.m.  |  Save Story

Week 2 of the NFL preseason is pivotal for a lot of players, especially those trying to make an active roster. Here's a look at how several former Utah high school and college football players performed.
Big 12 forecast: BYU, Houston, Texas Tech and Arizona top our projections for the conference race

Big 12 forecast: BYU, Houston, Texas Tech and Arizona top our projections for the conference race

Jon Wilner, Bay Area News Group  |  Posted Aug. 22 - 11:05 p.m.  |  Save Story

With season openers fast approaching, the legal system is grinding away to determine the fate of five-for-five seniors attempting to gain another year of eligibility.
One last swing: Why All-SEC middle blocker chose to finish college career at BYU

One last swing: Why All-SEC middle blocker chose to finish college career at BYU

VideoSean Walker, KSL  |  Posted Aug. 22 - 4:29 p.m.  |  Save Story

After debating whether she wanted to play a fifth year of college volleyball, former Lone Peak High and Oklahoma middle blocker KJ Burgess opted to spend her final season at BYU. Here's why.
The Utah Checkdown podcast: Utah files suit against former coach; takeaways from fall camp

The Utah Checkdown podcast: Utah files suit against former coach; takeaways from fall camp

VideoJosh Furlong, KSL  |  Posted Aug. 21 - 2:48 p.m.  |  Save Story

With kickoff just under two weeks away, host Josh Furlong breaks down everything you need to know about Utah football heading into the season opener against Idaho.
NCAA gets win in court on 5-year eligibility rule, but this is hardly the end of the lawsuits

NCAA gets win in court on 5-year eligibility rule, but this is hardly the end of the lawsuits

Eddie Pells, Associated Press  |  Updated Aug. 21 - 1:46 p.m.  |  Save Story

A federal appeals court has temporarily halted a court order that would have granted thousands of athletes an extra year of eligibility. This decision comes just eight days before the college football season begins. The lawsuit was filed by players who graduated high school in 2022 and were not included in the NCAA's new rule granting most players five years of eligibility. The ruling puts a hold on the situation until the appeal can be fully heard. The NCAA argues that fairness is subjective, as current athletes and schools have already built their rosters based on existing rules.
Here's a how much it would cost to attend a college football game in Utah

Here's a how much it would cost to attend a college football game in Utah

Dennis Romboy, Deseret News  |  Updated Aug. 21 - 11:33 a.m.  |  Save Story

Thinking about taking your family to a college football game in Utah this year? Be prepared to pay. How much depends largely on the opponent.
It's 'Showtime': Lance Holtzclaw ready to shine on Utah's defensive line

It's 'Showtime': Lance Holtzclaw ready to shine on Utah's defensive line

Josh Furlong, KSL  |  Posted Aug. 21 - 8:04 a.m.  |  Save Story

Nicknamed "showtime" in the sixth grade, the 6-foot-3, 245-pound Lance Holtzclaw was always ready for the bright lights, or a starring role on the field.
College athletes are now eligible for big time payments. Will nonprofits benefit?

College athletes are now eligible for big time payments. Will nonprofits benefit?

Alex Daniels Of The Chronicle Of Philanthropy, Associated Press  |  Posted Aug. 20 - 10:09 a.m.  |  Save Story

were created as nonprofits.
Morgan Scalley's alumni plan aims to make Utah football family last beyond the final snap

Morgan Scalley's alumni plan aims to make Utah football family last beyond the final snap

Steve Bartle, KSL  |  Posted Aug. 20 - 8:57 a.m.  |  Save Story

Morgan Scalley wants former players to occupy a larger and more active role within Utah football. One of his early moves as head coach was hiring former Ute Bo Nagahi as director of alumni relations.
States pour taxpayer dollars into college sports as athlete pay, soaring costs squeeze budgets

States pour taxpayer dollars into college sports as athlete pay, soaring costs squeeze budgets

David A. Lieb, Associated Press  |  Posted Aug. 20 - 4:01 a.m.  |  Save Story

Win or lose, the North Carolina Tar Heels already will be in elite company when they kick off the college football season against Texas Christian University in a game played in Dublin. They will be among a small but growing number of athletic programs receiving taxpayer funding from their home states.