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Brian Preece
Former Cougar Tyler Batty to miss 2026 season with torn ACL
Second-year Minnesota Vikings outside linebacker Tyler Batty will miss the 2026 NFL season after tearing his ACL, the team announced. Batty has been placed on injured reserve.7 days ago
Sean Walker
Locals in the NFL: Former BYU RB Chris Brooks back on Packers’ roster with new 2-year deal
Brooks was one of two former Utah college football players that made the initial 53-man roster for the Green Bay Packers, the team announced Sunday evening. He's one of 54 former Utah locals in the NFL who made the initial cuts to end the 2026 NFL preseason.7 days ago
Sean Walker
Locals in the NFL: Is former BYU QB Zach Wilson eyeing QB2 with the Saints?
Former BYU quarterback Zach Wilson completed 11-of-16 passes for 145 yards and a touchdown in New Orleans’ 24-20 loss to the Jacksonville Jaguars, as well as leading a scoring drive to end the first half and put the Saints up 20-6.18 days ago
Sean Walker
Big Apple Bamba: Former BYU CB Mory Bamba talk of town after Jets’ preseason game
Former BYU cornerback Mory Bamba had four tackles and four passes defended in the Jets’ loss, coming off the bench to play 46 snaps on defense. He also made a tackle in six snaps on special teams.23 days ago
Brian Preece
Sean Payton to explore Taysom Hill reunion with Denver Broncos
Taysom Hill is a free agent after nine seasons in New Orleans. Now Sean Payton says the Broncos will explore a reunion with the NFL's ultimate Swiss Army knife1 month ago
Mitch Harper
Former BYU star Taysom Hill says farewell to New Orleans Saints
Hill has been part of the Saints organization since 2017.1 month ago
Sean Walker
Giants QB Jaxson Dart makes World Cup final appearance. Here’s who he picked to win
Jaxson Dart, who prepped at Roy High and Corner Canyon was among the countless athletes, celebrities and dignitaries to strut the red carpet before Sunday's World Cup final between Spain and Argentina at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey.2 months ago
Sean Walker
Real Salt Lake apologizes after former NFL star J.J. Watt calls out perceived snub of Utah soccer royalty
The club issued an apology for an "honest mistake" related to a post on X, formerly Twitter, directed at former NFL star J.J. Watt and his wife, Kealia before Wednesday night's international friendly against EFL Championship side Burnley FC.2 months ago
Sean Walker
Here’s how Utah’s Jaxson Dart threw a fit at the 2026 Kentucky Derby
Dart was among the big winners of the event within the event, the annual appearance of fashion that brings athletes, celebrities and influencers alike to Louisville on the first weekend in May.4 months ago
Mitch Harper
Arizona Cardinals, Ex‑BYU RB Tyler Allgeier deemed ‘NFL Draft loser’
The former BYU star is in a familiar spot with his new NFL team.4 months ago
Sean Walker
Utah State will retire Bobby Wagner’s jersey. Here’s what we know
The Aggies announced Monday that the 14-year NFL linebacker and member of the NFL’s All-Decade Team from 2010-20 will have his number retired during a halftime ceremony in either the 2026 or 2027 season.4 months ago
Sean Walker
NFL Draft 2026: Here’s where Utah’s newest Locals in the NFL signed after draft
Here's a look at where the next group of rookies that could be Locals in the NFL agreed to terms after the 2026 NFL Draft.4 months ago
KSL Sports
2026 NFL Draft recap: Every player with local ties who got picked
The 2026 NFL Draft is officially in the books. Six prospects with ties to the state of Utah were selected across the 257 picks over three days.4 months ago
KSL Sports
Denver Broncos select Dallen Bentley in 7th round of 2026 NFL draft
PITTSBURGH — The Denver Broncos’ connection with the University of Utah continued Saturday. The Broncos selected former Utah tight end Dallen Bentley with the 40th pick of the seventh round (No. 256 overall) in the final round of the 2026 NFL Draft. Bentley is the third player selected from the University of Utah, joining first […]4 months ago
KSL Sports
Cleveland Browns select BYU’s Carsen Ryan in 7th round of NFL Draft
PITTSBURGH — Former American Fork standout Carsen Ryan was clear about his intentions to return to Utah County to play one season with BYU and elevate his draft stock. On Saturday afternoon, he made sure to do just that. The Cleveland Browns selected Ryan with the No. 32 pick of the seventh round (No. 248 […]4 months ago
KSL Sports
Giants select BYU’s Jack Kelly in sixth round of 2026 NFL draft
PITTSBURGH — Jack Kelly is taking his BMX talents to East Rutherford. The New York Giants selected the former BYU linebacker with the 12th pick of the sixth round (No. 193 overall) in Saturday’s final day of the 2026 NFL Draft. The former FCS star at Weber State from Kearns High wrapped up his collegiate […]4 months ago
KSL Sports
Buccaneers select former Snow College DB Keionte Scott in 4th round of NFL Draft
PITTSBURGH — Keionte Scott’s football career began in his hometown of San Diego to the eastern Utah town of Ephraim to Auburn and Miami. It took a bit longer than some expected, but former Snow College standout will take the next step with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs selected the former Badger star cornerback […]4 months ago
KSL Sports
New England Patriots select Utes OT Caleb Lomu 28th overall in NFL draft
PITTSBURGH — Utah’s offensive line didn’t just see one lineman selected in Thursday’s opening round of the 2026 NFL Draft. Not long after the Utes’ Spencer Fano became the 11th player selected in the first round in program history, Caleb Lomu made it a dozen when the New England Patriots selected the offensive tackle with […]5 months ago
KSL Sports
Utah OT Spencer Fano drafted 9th overall by Cleveland Browns
PITTSBURGH — Sitting in the living room with his friends and family, Utah offensive tackle Spencer Fano stared at a stash of hats representing each of the 32 teams in the National Football League. One of them would be responsible for the next step of his football journey. The Cleveland Browns selected former Utah offensive […]5 months ago
Chandler Holt
Puka Nacua checks into rehab, will continue with NFL offseason duties
Former BYU wide receiver Puka Nacua checked into a rehab facility this week to "focus on his personal growth," according to his attorney.5 months ago
Chandler Holt
Locals in the NFL: Free agency tracker for players with local ties
The biggest hurdle of the NFL offseason—free agency—is officially in motion. Follow our tracker for the latest updates on local talent.6 months ago
Chandler Holt
Former Ute Devin Lloyd signs three-year deal with Carolina Panthers
Former Utah linebacker Devin Lloyd is on the move after a career year in Jacksonville in 2025. NFL Insider Ian Rapoport reported that Lloyd is signing a three-year deal to become a member of the Carolina Panthers. A new home for Devin Lloyd: The #Jaguars Pro Bowl LB is signing with the #Panthers per me and @MikeGarafolo. […]6 months ago
Chandler Holt
Former Weber State WR Rashid Shaheed signs contract to stay in Seattle
Former Weber State WR Rashid Shaheed put pen to paper on Monday and will stay with the Seattle Seahawks heading into the 2026 season.6 months ago
