How long will former Utah coach Urban Meyer stay with ESPN and not be coaching? Kyle Whittingham weighs in on the topic. Safeties coach Morgan Scalley is also quoted in the CBSSports.com story on Meyer's passion and approach to the game. Writer Dennis Dodd notes that Meyer "doesn't look uncomfortable, just out of place" as a television analyst.
— Check out the Sporting News' take on California prep quarterback Travis Wilson, who gave Utah a recruiting commitment on Wednesday.
— Utah graduate Matt Sanderson and "Playoff PAC," a group he helped found are profiled in USA Today for its ongoing pressure on the Bowl Championship Series.
— Pro Football Weekly is reporting that it's making more sense that ex-Ute Alex Smith will return to the San Francisco 49ers.
— And finally, Ted Miller of ESPN.com takes note of a rugby insurrection involving Cal, Utah and running back Thretton Palamo.
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"We noted -- INCORRECTLY -- that Utah had beaten California for the rugby national championship... Actually, the Utes beat the Bears last June in an invitational 7-vs-7 tournament -- 31-26 in overtime -- after the college season was More..
TRAVIS WILSON:
"Norm Chow was a big part of my decision too because he is one of the best quarterback coaches out there and he will teach me everything he knows"
I don't expect Coach Chow to be with the Utes for more than a More..
Blue chip recruit hedgie?
Travis Wilson, 6-6, 210 lbs, Class of 2012
Rivals users gave him 4 stars; Rivals didn't give him any.
Scout gave him 3 stars.
Strengths: Release, Size
Weaknesses: More..