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In the end, Utah wrapped up its nonconference slate with a 35-7 win over San Diego State.

Its the question du jour, and one many supporters of the program hoped to see answered after a relatively quiet outing for the receivers.

Its the question du jour, and one many supporters of the program hoped to see answered after a relatively quiet outing for the receivers.

The Utah wide receiver is has added punt returning duties to his plate. He replaced the departed Britain Covey, who was a special team phenom during his days playing for the Utes in Salt Lake City.

Utah Utes putting loss to Florida Gators in the rearview mirror heading into home opener against Southern Utah Saturday at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City.

The Utah Utes reserve each Tuesday throughout the season for their longest and most physical practice. It’s a chance to fix things at near game speed — and then turn the page. The 13th-ranked Utes (0-1) aren't looking back at their 29-26 loss at Florida last weekend, the one that dented their College Football Playoff hopes.

Doomed in the season opener by going cold in the red zone, Utah is fighting for increased efficiency Saturday when they host Southern Utah in Salt Lake City.

Utah head coach Kyle Whittingham compared him to Cam Newton. Whatever the comparison, Floridas Anthony Richardson was a nightmare to handle for the Utes.

Utah vs. Florida is among the best games from a busy Week 1, while BYU and Utah State are a little less on the national radar.

With his walk-on status still alive and well \u2014 at least for the time being \u2014 quarterback Bryson Barnes continues to impress within the Utah football program.