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Utah Football To Host Washington State For Homecoming
9/23/2019 10:33 AM | Football
THE GAME
The No. 19/19 University of Utah Utes (3-1) return to Rice-Eccles Stadium this week to take on the Washington State Cougars (3-1) for Utah's annual Homecoming game. The game is set for an 8 p.m. MT kick on Saturday, Sept. 28 on FS1. Search #WSUvsUtah on social media for conversation.
HOME SWEET HOME
Utah is currently 93-35 (.726) all-time in Rice-Eccles Stadium (1998-present). Utah is 65-24 during the Kyle Whittingham era in Salt Lake City, including two undefeated home seasons in 2008 (6-0) and 2009 (6-0). The Utes have won six consecutive home games and eight of their last nine at RES.
HOMECOMING
Saturday's game is the 99th homecoming game in school history. Utah is 60-34-4 all-time in homecoming games and is 14-13-1 in homecoming games against Pac-12 schools.
GAME DAY PROMOTIONS
Fans in attendance at the Ute Walk will receive a Homecoming Utah Flag. The Ute Walk begins 2.5 hours prior to kick at the corner of 500 S. and Guardsman Way.
UTAH vs. THE PAC-12
Utah is 34-40 against Pac-12 teams as a conference member and 110-158-6 all-time against Pac-12 schools.
NUMBERS TALK
•   With a win, the Utes will earn their first victory against Washington State since 2012 when they won 49-6 in Rice-Eccles Stadium.
•   With a win, Tyler Huntley will have 16 career wins as the starter at Utah, which will rank fifth all-time in program history. Â
•   With a win, Utah will have won its 35th game against a conference opponent since joining the Pac-12. Â
•   Head coach Kyle Whittingham has coached in 310 games for Utah as an assistant and a head coach with 208 career victories. Â
•   Utah is one of 14 teams that haven't thrown an interception yet. Â
QUICK HITS
•   Utah ranks 19th in this week's AP and coaches polls. Â
•   Utah has held all four of its opponents to under 100 yards rushing this season.
•   Utah ranks second in the FBS in rushing defense (52.0 ypg), 12th in interceptions (5), 16th in total defense (274.8) and 20th in first downs allowed (53).
•   Utah's two defensive touchdowns this season ties for second-most in the FBS (2 INT returns vs. BYU).
•   Utah's defense has allowed just 20 second half points through the first four games (5.0 per game).
•   Utah ranks fourth in the FBS in completion percentage (.769) and is 16th in team passing efficiency (173.52).
•   Utah ranks seventh in the FBS in time of possession average (35:13).
•   The Utes have sold out 59-straight games in Rice-Eccles Stadium since the 2010 season opener, including 55 standing room only crowds. The school record for season attendance average is 46,533 (2015) and Utah has averaged more than 46,000 fans per game in four of the past five seasons.
IN THE HUDDLE
•   Players changing numbers since spring ball include Bronson Boyd (#8), Devin Brumfield (#6), Vonte Davis (#22), Nygel King (#16), Malone Mataele (#15) and Simi Moala (#69). Position changes include Jayden Clemons going from quarterback to defensive back and Falcon Kaumatule moving from defensive end to offensive line.
•   Utah added three new staff members during the offseason with Andy Ludwig returning to the Utes as offensive coordinator after serving in the same role from 2005-08, including Utah's 2008 undefeated Sugar Bowl season. Former Utah player Sione Po'uha returns to coach the defensive tackles after serving in the same role at Navy last year while Colton Swan joined the Utes as linebackers coach from Weber State.
•   Scholarships awarded to walk ons during the offseason include senior offensive lineman Kyle Lanterman, junior tight end Ali'I Niumatalolo, senior defensive end Malik Haynes and senior running back Mason Woodward.
•   Javelin Guidry is one of the fastest players in NCAA football, clocking a season-best time of 6.59 seconds in the 2018-19 indoor track season and competing at the USATF Indoor Championships.
•   The Utes have had three freshmen start on the offensive line this season in Braeden Daniels (LG vs. NIU, at BYU), Johnny Maea (RG at BYU) and Simi Moala (RT vs. NIU). In total, Utah has had 12 freshmen see action this year on offense, defense and on special teams (Donte Banton, JaTravis Broughton, Daniels, Ben Lennon, Aaron Lowe, Maea, Malone Mataele, Moala, Jadon Redding, Alphonso Taylor, Jordan Wilmore, Thomas Yassmin).
TWO-MINUTE DRILL
•   Utah is tied for second in the NCAA with two defensive touchdowns, both interception returns against BYU.
•   Utah ranks second in the NCAA and leads the Pac-12 in rushing defense (52.0).
•   Utah ranks seventh in the NCAA and leads the Pac-12 in time of possession (35.13).
•   Utah's five interceptions is tied for 12th in the NCAA and third in the Pac-12.
•   Utah has forced a takeaway in 12 straight games.
•   Utah ranks sixth in the NCAA in sacks allowed (0.50 per game).
•   Utah ranks fourth nationally in quarterback completion percentage (.769).
•   Utah has turned the ball over just twice, which is tied for fifth in the NCAA. The Utes rank 14th in the NCAA in turnover margin (1.25 avg.). Utah is one of two teams in the Pac-12 that have not thrown an interception. Â
•   Utah leads the league in first downs defense (53) and ranks second in total defense (274.8).
•   Utah leads the Pac-12 in punt return defense (2.00) and ranks second in kickoff return defense (20.88).
•   Utah ranks second in the Pac-12 in rushing offense (231.3).
•   Utah leads the Pac-12 and ranks sixth nationally in weeks ranked in the College Football Playoff Poll, entering 2019 with 24 weeks, trailing only Alabama (31), Clemson (31), Ohio State (31), Oklahoma (29) and LSU (27).
•   Utah is one of just five college football programs whose 2018 attendance represented 100% or higher than capacity of its stadium, claiming the fourth-highest capacity percentage of 101.1%. Nebraska (104.2%), Oklahoma (103.9%) and Michigan (102.9%) were the only schools ahead of Utah, while Georgia (100.0%) rounded out the top five. Both of Utah's games this year have been standing room only with seven schools this year reporting over 100% attendance.
UTAH GAME DAY
•   The clear bag policy will continue to be enforced at Utah athletic events held at Rice-Eccles Stadium and the Huntsman Center this season. Fans can bring in one unfrozen factory-sealed bottle of water per person (1 liter or less) or an empty non-glass water bottle.
•   Fans can purchase unique experiences, including pregame and in-game sideline access, tailgate experiences, coin-toss participation, autographed memorabilia and the opportunity to lead the team out of the tunnel with the flag. To learn more about the game-day experiences please visit utahutes.com/experiences.
•   Fans can purchase tailgating experiences from Tailgate Guys at tailgateguys.com/university-of-utah.
•   Child care is available for fans provided by the Crimson Kids program through University's Center for Child Care and Family Resources. Visit childcare.utah.edu for more info.
•   The Ute Walk begins two-and-a-half hours before kickoff at the corner of Guardsman Way and 500 South. Fans are invited to cheer on the Utes as they make their walk into Rice-Eccles Stadium, sponsored by doTERRA.
•   The cannon will blast at a new time, 45 minutes before kickoff, alerting fans to begin their transition into the stadium.
•   Smoking sections located around the perimeter of the stadium on game days will no longer be present as part of the University's Tobacco Free efforts.
IN THE CLASSROOM
The Utes currently have six student-athletes who have already received their degrees, including three graduate
transfers who are pursuing Master's degrees, and 16 who are on track to graduate in December.
•   Already have degrees: John Penisini (family communications & human development), Josh Nurse (sociology) and Darrin Paulo (economics).
•   Pursuing a Masters: Hunter Thedford (international affairs and global enterprise), Alex Locklear (human development and social policy) and Andrew Strauch (real estate development).
•   Graduating in December: Francis Bernard (sociology), Julian Blackmon (sociology), Terrell Burgess (kinesiology), Bapa Falemaka (sociology), Leki Fotu (human development & family studies), Tyler Huntley (sociology), Jaylon Johnson (pre-business), Nygel King (sociology), Kyle Lanterman (communications), Tareke Lewis (sociology), Zack Moss (communications), Hauati Pututau (health, society & policy), Demari Simpkins (communications), Tyrone Young-Smith (sociology), Paul Toala (communications) and Derrick Vickers (sociology).
TEAM LEADERS
Utah's team captains are elected during preseason camp each year by the team. This year the offensive captains are seniors Tyler Huntley and Darrin Paulo. For defense, the captains are seniors Bradlee Anae and Leki Fotu while the special teams captain is newcomer punter Ben Lennon. The Utes also named their leadership council for the season which includes Huntley, Anae, Paulo, Fotu, Lennon, Jaylon Johnson, Zack Moss, Demari Simpkins, Francis Bernard, Britain Covey, Julian Blackmon, Terrell Burgess, John Penisini and Cole Fotheringham.
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The No. 19/19 University of Utah Utes (3-1) return to Rice-Eccles Stadium this week to take on the Washington State Cougars (3-1) for Utah's annual Homecoming game. The game is set for an 8 p.m. MT kick on Saturday, Sept. 28 on FS1. Search #WSUvsUtah on social media for conversation.
HOME SWEET HOME
Utah is currently 93-35 (.726) all-time in Rice-Eccles Stadium (1998-present). Utah is 65-24 during the Kyle Whittingham era in Salt Lake City, including two undefeated home seasons in 2008 (6-0) and 2009 (6-0). The Utes have won six consecutive home games and eight of their last nine at RES.
HOMECOMING
Saturday's game is the 99th homecoming game in school history. Utah is 60-34-4 all-time in homecoming games and is 14-13-1 in homecoming games against Pac-12 schools.
GAME DAY PROMOTIONS
Fans in attendance at the Ute Walk will receive a Homecoming Utah Flag. The Ute Walk begins 2.5 hours prior to kick at the corner of 500 S. and Guardsman Way.
UTAH vs. THE PAC-12
Utah is 34-40 against Pac-12 teams as a conference member and 110-158-6 all-time against Pac-12 schools.
NUMBERS TALK
•   With a win, the Utes will earn their first victory against Washington State since 2012 when they won 49-6 in Rice-Eccles Stadium.
•   With a win, Tyler Huntley will have 16 career wins as the starter at Utah, which will rank fifth all-time in program history. Â
•   With a win, Utah will have won its 35th game against a conference opponent since joining the Pac-12. Â
•   Head coach Kyle Whittingham has coached in 310 games for Utah as an assistant and a head coach with 208 career victories. Â
•   Utah is one of 14 teams that haven't thrown an interception yet. Â
QUICK HITS
•   Utah ranks 19th in this week's AP and coaches polls. Â
•   Utah has held all four of its opponents to under 100 yards rushing this season.
•   Utah ranks second in the FBS in rushing defense (52.0 ypg), 12th in interceptions (5), 16th in total defense (274.8) and 20th in first downs allowed (53).
•   Utah's two defensive touchdowns this season ties for second-most in the FBS (2 INT returns vs. BYU).
•   Utah's defense has allowed just 20 second half points through the first four games (5.0 per game).
•   Utah ranks fourth in the FBS in completion percentage (.769) and is 16th in team passing efficiency (173.52).
•   Utah ranks seventh in the FBS in time of possession average (35:13).
•   The Utes have sold out 59-straight games in Rice-Eccles Stadium since the 2010 season opener, including 55 standing room only crowds. The school record for season attendance average is 46,533 (2015) and Utah has averaged more than 46,000 fans per game in four of the past five seasons.
IN THE HUDDLE
•   Players changing numbers since spring ball include Bronson Boyd (#8), Devin Brumfield (#6), Vonte Davis (#22), Nygel King (#16), Malone Mataele (#15) and Simi Moala (#69). Position changes include Jayden Clemons going from quarterback to defensive back and Falcon Kaumatule moving from defensive end to offensive line.
•   Utah added three new staff members during the offseason with Andy Ludwig returning to the Utes as offensive coordinator after serving in the same role from 2005-08, including Utah's 2008 undefeated Sugar Bowl season. Former Utah player Sione Po'uha returns to coach the defensive tackles after serving in the same role at Navy last year while Colton Swan joined the Utes as linebackers coach from Weber State.
•   Scholarships awarded to walk ons during the offseason include senior offensive lineman Kyle Lanterman, junior tight end Ali'I Niumatalolo, senior defensive end Malik Haynes and senior running back Mason Woodward.
•   Javelin Guidry is one of the fastest players in NCAA football, clocking a season-best time of 6.59 seconds in the 2018-19 indoor track season and competing at the USATF Indoor Championships.
•   The Utes have had three freshmen start on the offensive line this season in Braeden Daniels (LG vs. NIU, at BYU), Johnny Maea (RG at BYU) and Simi Moala (RT vs. NIU). In total, Utah has had 12 freshmen see action this year on offense, defense and on special teams (Donte Banton, JaTravis Broughton, Daniels, Ben Lennon, Aaron Lowe, Maea, Malone Mataele, Moala, Jadon Redding, Alphonso Taylor, Jordan Wilmore, Thomas Yassmin).
TWO-MINUTE DRILL
•   Utah is tied for second in the NCAA with two defensive touchdowns, both interception returns against BYU.
•   Utah ranks second in the NCAA and leads the Pac-12 in rushing defense (52.0).
•   Utah ranks seventh in the NCAA and leads the Pac-12 in time of possession (35.13).
•   Utah's five interceptions is tied for 12th in the NCAA and third in the Pac-12.
•   Utah has forced a takeaway in 12 straight games.
•   Utah ranks sixth in the NCAA in sacks allowed (0.50 per game).
•   Utah ranks fourth nationally in quarterback completion percentage (.769).
•   Utah has turned the ball over just twice, which is tied for fifth in the NCAA. The Utes rank 14th in the NCAA in turnover margin (1.25 avg.). Utah is one of two teams in the Pac-12 that have not thrown an interception. Â
•   Utah leads the league in first downs defense (53) and ranks second in total defense (274.8).
•   Utah leads the Pac-12 in punt return defense (2.00) and ranks second in kickoff return defense (20.88).
•   Utah ranks second in the Pac-12 in rushing offense (231.3).
•   Utah leads the Pac-12 and ranks sixth nationally in weeks ranked in the College Football Playoff Poll, entering 2019 with 24 weeks, trailing only Alabama (31), Clemson (31), Ohio State (31), Oklahoma (29) and LSU (27).
•   Utah is one of just five college football programs whose 2018 attendance represented 100% or higher than capacity of its stadium, claiming the fourth-highest capacity percentage of 101.1%. Nebraska (104.2%), Oklahoma (103.9%) and Michigan (102.9%) were the only schools ahead of Utah, while Georgia (100.0%) rounded out the top five. Both of Utah's games this year have been standing room only with seven schools this year reporting over 100% attendance.
UTAH GAME DAY
•   The clear bag policy will continue to be enforced at Utah athletic events held at Rice-Eccles Stadium and the Huntsman Center this season. Fans can bring in one unfrozen factory-sealed bottle of water per person (1 liter or less) or an empty non-glass water bottle.
•   Fans can purchase unique experiences, including pregame and in-game sideline access, tailgate experiences, coin-toss participation, autographed memorabilia and the opportunity to lead the team out of the tunnel with the flag. To learn more about the game-day experiences please visit utahutes.com/experiences.
•   Fans can purchase tailgating experiences from Tailgate Guys at tailgateguys.com/university-of-utah.
•   Child care is available for fans provided by the Crimson Kids program through University's Center for Child Care and Family Resources. Visit childcare.utah.edu for more info.
•   The Ute Walk begins two-and-a-half hours before kickoff at the corner of Guardsman Way and 500 South. Fans are invited to cheer on the Utes as they make their walk into Rice-Eccles Stadium, sponsored by doTERRA.
•   The cannon will blast at a new time, 45 minutes before kickoff, alerting fans to begin their transition into the stadium.
•   Smoking sections located around the perimeter of the stadium on game days will no longer be present as part of the University's Tobacco Free efforts.
IN THE CLASSROOM
The Utes currently have six student-athletes who have already received their degrees, including three graduate
transfers who are pursuing Master's degrees, and 16 who are on track to graduate in December.
•   Already have degrees: John Penisini (family communications & human development), Josh Nurse (sociology) and Darrin Paulo (economics).
•   Pursuing a Masters: Hunter Thedford (international affairs and global enterprise), Alex Locklear (human development and social policy) and Andrew Strauch (real estate development).
•   Graduating in December: Francis Bernard (sociology), Julian Blackmon (sociology), Terrell Burgess (kinesiology), Bapa Falemaka (sociology), Leki Fotu (human development & family studies), Tyler Huntley (sociology), Jaylon Johnson (pre-business), Nygel King (sociology), Kyle Lanterman (communications), Tareke Lewis (sociology), Zack Moss (communications), Hauati Pututau (health, society & policy), Demari Simpkins (communications), Tyrone Young-Smith (sociology), Paul Toala (communications) and Derrick Vickers (sociology).
TEAM LEADERS
Utah's team captains are elected during preseason camp each year by the team. This year the offensive captains are seniors Tyler Huntley and Darrin Paulo. For defense, the captains are seniors Bradlee Anae and Leki Fotu while the special teams captain is newcomer punter Ben Lennon. The Utes also named their leadership council for the season which includes Huntley, Anae, Paulo, Fotu, Lennon, Jaylon Johnson, Zack Moss, Demari Simpkins, Francis Bernard, Britain Covey, Julian Blackmon, Terrell Burgess, John Penisini and Cole Fotheringham.
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