Former BYU, Utah, USU Players Make Big Plays During Week 9 Of NFL Season
Nov 6, 2022, 10:11 PM | Updated: Nov 7, 2022, 9:49 pm
Dax Milne #15 of the Washington Commanders warms up prior to the game against the Minnesota Vikings at FedExField on November 06, 2022 in Landover, Maryland. (Photo by Todd Olszewski/Getty Images)
(Photo by Todd Olszewski/Getty Images)
SALT LAKE CITY – Former BYU, Utah, and Utah State players made impactful plays during Week 9 of the season.
Here is how all of the players with ties to the state of Utah performed during the ninth week of the 2022 NFL season.
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Leki Fotu – Defensive Lineman – Arizona Cardinals (3-6)
The former Utah defensive lineman had one tackle in Arizona’s 31-21 loss to the Seattle Seahawks.
Next Game: @ Los Angeles Rams on Sunday, November 13 at 2:25 p.m. (MDT) on FOX
Tyler Huntley – Quarterback – Baltimore Ravens (6-3)
The former Utah quarterback and the Ravens beat the New Orleans Saints, 27-13, on Monday, November 7.
Next Game: Bye Week
Marcus Williams – Safety – Baltimore Ravens (6-3)
The former Utah defensive back is currently on Baltimore’s Injured Reserve list. The Ravens beat the New Orleans Saints, 27-13, on Monday, November 7.
Next Game: Bye Week
Marquise Blair – Safety – Carolina Panthers (2-7)
The former Utah defensive back and the Panthers suffered a 42-21 loss to the Cincinnati Bengals.
Next Game: vs. Atlanta Falcons on Thursday, November 10 at 6:15 p.m. (MDT) on Prime Video
Jaylon Johnson – Cornerback – Chicago Bears (3-6)
The former Utah defensive back had four total tackles, three solo tackles, and a pass breakup in Chicago’s 35-32 loss to the Miami Dolphins.
Next Game: vs. Detroit Lions on Sunday, November 13 at 11 a.m. (MDT) on FOX
Garett Bolles – Offensive Line – Denver Broncos (3-5)
The former Utah offensive lineman is currently on Denver’s Injured Reserve list with a leg injury. The Broncos had a bye week in Week 9.
Next Game: @ Tennessee Titans on Sunday, November 13 at 11 a.m. (MDT) on CBS
Tim Patrick – Wide Receiver – Denver Broncos (3-5)
The former Utah wide receiver is currently on Denver’s Injured Reserve list with a knee injury. The Broncos had a bye week in Week 9.
Next Game: @ Tennessee Titans on Sunday, November 13 at 11 a.m. (MDT) on CBS
Julian Blackmon – Safety – Indianapolis Colts (3-5-1)
The former Utah defensive back had four total tackles, two solo tackles, one sack, and a quarterback hit in Indianapolis’ 26-3 loss to the New England Patriots.
Next Game: @ Las Vegas Raiders on Sunday, November 13 at 2:05 p.m. (MDT) on CBS
Zack Moss – Running Back – Indianapolis Colts (3-5-1)
The former Utah running back was inactive for Indianapolis’ 26-3 loss to the New England Patriots.
Next Game: @ Las Vegas Raiders on Sunday, November 13 at 2:05 p.m. (MDT) on CBS
Devin Lloyd – Linebacker – Jacksonville Jaguars (3-6)
The former Utah linebacker had one tackle, one pass breakup, one quarterback hit, and an fumble recovery in Jacksonville’s 27-20 win over the Las Vegas Raiders.
Next Game: @ Kansas City Chiefs on Sunday, November 13 at 11 a.m. (MDT) on CBS
.@DevinLloyd_ iced it for the @Jaguars. 🙌 🐆 🏈 #LocalsInTheNFL #NFL #DUUUVAL #LVvsJAX #GoUteshttps://t.co/R21qEYqJmD
— KSL Sports (@kslsports) November 6, 2022
Jackson Barton – Offensive Lineman – Las Vegas Raiders (2-6)
The former Utah offensive lineman was inactive for Las Vegas’ and the Raiders suffered a 27-20 loss to the Jacksonville Jaguars.
Next Game: vs. Indianapolis Colts on Sunday, November 13 at 2:05 p.m. (MDT) on CBS
Terrell Burgess – Safety – Los Angeles Rams (3-5)
The former Utah defensive back was inactive for Los Angeles’ 16-13 loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
Next Game: vs. Arizona Cardinals on Sunday, November 13 at 2:25 p.m. (MDT) on FOX
Matt Gay – Kicker – Los Angeles Rams (3-5)
The former Utah kicker was 2/2 on field goals and 1/1 on PATs in Los Angeles’ 16-13 loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
Next Game: vs. Arizona Cardinals on Sunday, November 13 at 2:25 p.m. (MDT) on FOX
Eric Rowe – Cornerback – Miami Dolphins (6-3)
The former Utah defensive back had seven total tackles and six solo tackles in Miami’s 35-32 win over the Chicago Bears.
Next Game: vs. Cleveland Browns on Sunday, November 13 at 11 a.m. (MDT) on CBS
Chase Hansen – Linebacker – New Orleans Saints (3-6)
The former Utah defensive back and the Saints suffered a 27-13 loss to the Baltimore Ravens on Monday, November 7.
Next Game: @ Pittsburgh Steelers on Sunday, November 13 at 11 a.m. (MDT) on FOX
Britain Covey – Wide Receiver – Philadelphia Eagles (8-0)
The former Utah wide receiver had two kick returns for a total of 30 yards and one punt return for eight yards in Philadelphia’s 29-17 win over the Houston Texans on Thursday, November 3.
Next Game: vs. Washington Commanders on Monday, November 14 at 6:15 p.m. (MDT) on ESPN
Mitch Wishnowsky – Punter – San Francisco 49ers (4-4)
The former Utah punter and the 49ers had a bye week in Week 9.
Next Game: vs. Los Angeles Chargers on Sunday, November 13 at 6:20 p.m. (MDT) on KSL 5 TV
Cody Barton – Linebacker – Seattle Seahawks (6-3)
The former Utah linebacker had six tackles and a pass breakup in Seattle’s 31-21 win over the Arizona Cardinals.
Next Game: @ Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Allianz Arena in Munich, Germany on Sunday, November 13 at 7:30 a.m. (MDT) on NFL Network
Practice Squad Players
- Mika Tafua – Defensive End – Dallas Cowboys
- Cole Fotheringham – Tight End – Las Vegas Raiders
- Nephi Sewell – Linebacker – New Orleans Saints
- Bradlee Anae – Defensive End – New York Jets
- Javelin Guidry – Cornerback – Philadelphia Eagles
Former BYU Cougars
Andy Reid – Head Coach – Kansas City Chiefs (6-2)
The former BYU player and graduate assistant led the Chiefs to an 20-17 overtime win over the Tennessee Titans on Sunday Night Football.
Next Game: vs. Jacksonville Jaguars on Sunday, November 13 at 11 a.m. (MDT) on CBS
Tyler Allgeier – Running Back – Atlanta Falcons (4-5)
The former BYU running back had 10 carries for 99 yards and one reception for 24 yards in Atlanta’s 20-17 loss to the Los Angeles Chargers.
Next Game: @ Carolina Panthers on Thursday, November 10 at 6:15 p.m. (MDT) on Prime Video
Brady Christensen – Offensive Lineman – Carolina Panthers (2-7)
The former BYU offensive lineman and the Panthers suffered a 42-21 loss to the Cincinnati Bengals.
Next Game: vs. Atlanta Falcons on Thursday, November 10 at 6:15 p.m. (MDT) on Prime Video
Sione Takitaki – Linebacker – Cleveland Browns (3-5)
The former BYU linebacker and the Browns had a bye week in Week 9.
Next Game: @ Miami Dolphins on Sunday, November 13 at 11 a.m. (MDT) on CBS
Jamaal Williams – Running Back – Detroit Lions (2-6)
The former BYU running back had 24 carries for 81 yards in Detroit’s 15-9 win over the Green Bay Packers.
Next Game: @ Chicago Bears on Sunday, November 13 at 11 a.m. (MDT) on FOX
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— KSL Sports (@kslsports) November 6, 2022
Michael Davis – Cornerback – Los Angeles Chargers (5-3)
The former BYU defensive back had seven total tackles, four solo tackles, and a pass breakup in Los Angeles’ 20-17 win over the Atlanta Falcons.
Next Game: @ San Francisco 49ers on Sunday, November 13 at 6:20 p.m. (MDT) on KSL 5 TV
Kyle Van Noy – Linebacker – Los Angeles Chargers (5-3)
The former BYU linebacker and the Chargers beat the Atlanta Falcons, 20-17.
Next Game: @ San Francisco 49ers on Sunday, November 13 at 6:20 p.m. (MDT) on KSL 5 TV
Khyiris Tonga – Defensive Tackle – Minnesota Vikings (7-1)
The former BYU defensive lineman and the Vikings beat the Washington Commanders, 20-17.
Next Game: @ Buffalo Bills on Sunday, November 13 at 11 a.m. (MDT) on FOX
Taysom Hill – Tight End – New Orleans Saints (3-6)
The former BYU quarterback was 1/1 passing for 13 yards and had one carry for six yards in New Orleans’ 27-13 loss to the Baltimore Ravens on Monday, November 7.
Next Game: @ Pittsburgh Steelers on Sunday, November 13 at 11 a.m. (MDT) on FOX
Daniel Sorensen – Safety – New Orleans Saints (3-6)
The former BYU defensive back had one tackle in New Orleans’ 27-13 loss to the Baltimore Ravens on Monday, November 7.
Next Game: @ Pittsburgh Steelers on Sunday, November 13 at 11 a.m. (MDT) on FOX
Zach Wilson – Quarterback – New York Jets (6-3)
The former BYU quarterback was 18/25 passing for 154 yards and a touchdown in New York’s 20-17 win over the Buffalo Bills. Wilson also had five carries for 24 yards.
Next Game: Bye Week
.@ZachWilson's fourth TD pass of the season helped the @nyjets take a second half lead against the @BuffaloBills. 💪 ✈️ 🏈 #LocalsInTheNFL #NFL #TakeFlight #BUFvsNYJ #BYU #GoCougs #BYUFOOTBALL https://t.co/QHrg8GeR0o
— KSL Sports (@kslsports) November 6, 2022
Fred Warner – Linebacker – San Francisco 49ers (4-4)
The former BYU linebacker and the 49ers had a bye week in Week 9.
Next Game: vs. Los Angeles Chargers on Sunday, November 13 at 6:20 p.m. (MDT) on KSL 5 TV
Dax Milne – Wide Receiver – Washington Commanders (4-5)
The former BYU wide receiver had one reception for six yards and a touchdown in Washington’s 20-17 loss to the Minnesota Vikings. Milne also returned five punts for a total of 41 yards.
Next Game: @ Philadelphia Eagles on Monday, November 14 at 6:15 p.m. (MDT) on ESPN
Former @BYUfootball standout @DaxMilne scores the first touchdown of his @NFL career. 👏 #LocalsInTheNFL #NFL #HTTC #MINvsWAS #BYU #GoCougs #BYUFOOTBALL https://t.co/pcoyFjw2wP
— KSL Sports (@kslsports) November 6, 2022
Practice Squad Players
- Ty’Son Williams – Running Back – Arizona Cardinals
- Harvey Langi – Linebacker – Denver Broncos
- Zayne Anderson – Safety – Kansas City Chiefs
- James Empey – Offensive Lineman – Miami Dolphins
Former Utah State Aggies
Nick Vigil – Linebacker – Arizona Cardinals (3-6)
The former Utah State linebacker is currently on Arizona’s Injured Reserve list. The Cardinals suffered a 31-21 loss to the Seattle Seahawks.
Next Game: @ Los Angeles Rams on Sunday, November 13 at 2:25 p.m. (MDT) on FOX
Patrick Scales – Long Snapper – Chicago Bears (3-6)
The former Utah State long snapper and the Bears suffered a 35-32 loss to the Miami Dolphins.
Next Game: vs. Detroit Lions on Sunday, November 13 at 11 a.m. (MDT) on FOX
Jalen Davis – Cornerback – Cincinnati Bengals (5-4)
The former Utah State defensive back had one tackle and a fumble recovery in Cincinnati’s 42-21 win over the Carolina Panthers.
Next Game: Bye Week
Dallin Leavitt – Safety – Green Bay Packers (3-6)
The former Utah State defensive back and the Packers suffered a 15-9 loss to the Detroit Lions.
Next Game: vs. Dallas Cowboys on Sunday, November 13 at 2:25 p.m. (MDT) on FOX
Jordan Love – Quarterback – Green Bay Packers (3-6)
The former Utah State quarterback and the Packers suffered a 15-9 loss to the Detroit Lions.
Next Game: vs. Dallas Cowboys on Sunday, November 13 at 2:25 p.m. (MDT) on FOX
Tipa Galeai – Linebacker – Green Bay Packers (3-6)
The former Utah State linebacker and the Packers suffered a 15-9 loss to the Detroit Lions.
Next Game: vs. Dallas Cowboys on Sunday, November 13 at 2:25 p.m. (MDT) on FOX
Bobby Wagner – Linebacker – Los Angeles Rams (3-5)
The former Utah State linebacker had 13 total tackles, eight solo tackles, one tackle for loss, and a blocked field goal in Los Angeles’ 16-13 loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
Next Game: vs. Arizona Cardinals on Sunday, November 13 at 2:25 p.m. (MDT) on FOX
An incredible play by the former @USUFootball standout, @Bwagz. 🖐️ 🏈 🐏 #LocalsInTheNFL #NFL #RamsHouse #AggiesAllTheWay https://t.co/LwdQwDsObV
— KSL Sports (@kslsports) November 6, 2022
Tyler Larsen – Offensive Lineman – Washington Commanders (4-5)
The former Utah State lineman and the Commanders suffered a 20-17 loss to the Minnesota Vikings.
Next Game: @ Philadelphia Eagles on Monday, November 14 at 6:15 p.m. (MDT) on ESPN
Practice Squad Players
- Derek Wright – Wide Receiver – Carolina Panthers
- Deven Thompkins – Wide Receiver – Tampa Bay Buccaneers
- Darwin Thompson – Running Back – Seattle Seahawks
Former Weber State Wildcats
Taron Johnson – Cornerback – Buffalo Bills (6-2)
The former Weber State defensive back had five total tackles, three solo tackles, and a pass breakup in Buffalo’s 20-17 loss to the New York Jets.
Next Game: vs. Minnesota Vikings on Sunday, November 13 at 11 a.m. (MDT) on FOX
Jonah Williams – Defensive End – Los Angeles Rams (3-5)
The former Weber State defensive end and the Rams suffered a 16-13 loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
Next Game: vs. Arizona Cardinals on Sunday, November 13 at 2:25 p.m. (MDT) on FOX
Rashid Shaheed – Wide Receiver – New Orleans Saints (3-6)
The former Weber State receiver had two kick returns for a total of 33 yards and one punt return for eight yards in New Orleans’ 27-13 loss to the Baltimore Ravens on Monday, November 7.
Next Game: @ Pittsburgh Steelers on Sunday, November 13 at 11 a.m. (MDT) on FOX
Sua Opeta – Offensive Lineman – Philadelphia Eagles (8-0)
The former Weber State offensive lineman and the Eagles beat the Houston Texans, 29-17, on Thursday, November 3.
Next Game: vs. Washington Commanders on Monday, November 14 at 6:15 p.m. (MDT) on ESPN
Former Southern Utah Thunderbirds
Braxton Jones – Offensive Lineman – Chicago Bears (3-6)
The former Southern Utah offensive lineman and the Bears suffered a 35-32 loss to the Miami Dolphins.
Next Game: vs. Detroit Lions on Sunday, November 13 at 11 a.m. (MDT) on FOX
Miles Killebrew – Safety – Pittsburgh Steelers (2-6)
The former Southern Utah defensive back and the Steelers had a bye week in Week 9.
Next Game: vs. New Orleans Saints on Sunday, November 13 at 11 a.m. (MDT) on FOX
Former High School Players
Jay Tufele – Defensive Lineman – Cincinnati Bengals (Bingham/USC) (5-4)
The former Bingham standout had two total tackles and a solo tackle in Cincinnati’s 42-21 win over the Carolina Panthers.
Next Game: Bye Week
Dalton Schultz – Tight End – Dallas Cowboys (Bingham/Stanford) (6-2)
The former Bingham tight end and the Cowboys had a bye week in Week 9.
Next Game: @ Green Bay Packers on Sunday, November 13 at 2:25 p.m. (MDT) on FOX
Simi Fehoko – Wide Receiver – Dallas Cowboys (Brighton/Stanford) (6-2)
The former Brighton wide receiver is currently on Dallas’ Injured Reserve list. The Cowboys had a bye week in Week 9.
Next Game: @ Green Bay Packers on Sunday, November 13 at 2:25 p.m. (MDT) on FOX
Penei Sewell – Offensive Lineman – Detroit Lions (Desert Hills/Oregon) (2-6)
The former Desert Hills standout and the Lions beat the Green Bay Packers, 15-9.
Next Game: @ Chicago Bears on Sunday, November 13 at 11 a.m. (MDT) on FOX
Marcus Kemp – Wide Receiver – Kansas City Chiefs (6-2)
The former Layton standout had two total tackles and one solo tackle in Kansas City’s 20-17 overtime win over the Tennessee Titans on Sunday Night Football.
Next Game: vs. Jacksonville Jaguars on Sunday, November 13 at 11 a.m. (MDT) on CBS
Alohi Gilman – Safety – Los Angeles Chargers (Orem/Notre Dame) (5-3)
The former Orem defensive back had three total tackles and two solo tackles in Los Angeles’ 20-17 win over the Atlanta Falcons.
Next Game: @ San Francisco 49ers on Sunday, November 13 at 6:20 p.m. (MDT) on KSL 5 TV
Andre James – Offensive Lineman – Las Vegas Raiders (Herriman/UCLA) (2-6)
The former Herriman offensive lineman and the Raiders suffered a 27-20 loss to the Jacksonville Jaguars.
Next Game: vs. Indianapolis Colts on Sunday, November 13 at 2:05 p.m. (MDT) on CBS
Kaden Elliss – Linebacker – New Orleans Saints (Judge Memorial/Idaho) (3-6)
The former Judge Memorial standout had five total tackles, four solo tackles, one sack, and a quarterback hit in New Orleans’ 27-13 loss to the Baltimore Ravens on Monday, November 7.
Next Game: @ Pittsburgh Steelers on Sunday, November 13 at 11 a.m. (MDT) on FOX
Jaylen Warren – Running Back – Pittsburgh Steelers (East/Snow College/Oklahoma State) (2-6)
The former East and Snow College running back and the Steelers had a bye week in Week 9.
Next Game: vs. New Orleans Saints on Sunday, November 13 at 11 a.m. (MDT) on FOX
Bryan Mone – Defensive Lineman – Seattle Seahawks (Highland/Michigan) (6-3)
The former Highland defensive lineman and the Seahawks beat the Arizona Cardinals, 31-21.
Next Game: @ Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Allianz Arena in Munich, Germany on Sunday, November 13 at 7:30 a.m. (MDT) on NFL Network
Practice Squad Players
- Porter Gustin – Linebacker – Miami Dolphins (Salem Hills/USC)
- Noah Togiai – Tight End – Philadelphia Eagles (Hunter/Oregon State)
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