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Utes football recruiting: Polynesian players prosper at Utah
Since the days of Ron McBride, Polynesian players have been an important part of the Utah football program.
Utes football: Eagles pick Utah's Joe Kruger in 7th round of NFL draft
Defensive end, who gave up his final season of college eligibility, is tabbed with 212th pick overall. Read more »
Star Lotulelei: 'Getting married ... was something that helped me become grounded'
After a year of moving heavy furniture into cabins in Utah, Star Lotulelei realized the working man's 9-to-5 life simply wasn't for him. Read more »
Panthers draft pick Star Lotulelei says team first, glory second
As a standout defensive tackle at Utah, Star Lotulelei frequently took up two offensive linemen on snaps. Read more »
College roundup: Utah baseball beaten in extra innings
SALT LAKE CITY — Arizona State scored four runs over the final three innings to defeat the Utah baseball team, 5-4 in 10 innings to open a three-game series against the Sun Devils. Mitch... Read more »
Dear Charlotte, N.C. — You have opted in to serious Star power
Star Lotulelei is on his way to Charlotte, N.C., and without a doubt, Panther fans are curious to know what sort of prospect their team picked up with the 14th pick in this year's NFL draft. Read more »
U. students protest proposed parking garage
A proposed $6 million parking structure could mean major parking help at the University of Utah, but some students say the garage would ruin another multimillion-dollar university facility that's... Read more »
NFL draft: Utah's Star Lotulelei taken No. 14 by the Carolina Panthers
Utah defensive tackle Star Lotulelei was selected by Carolina in the first round of the NFL draft. He will join two other former Utes — Steve Smith and Jordan Gross — on the Panthers. Read more »
RoJack: Utah football coach Dennis Erickson is bringing offensive identity back to the hill
There are two things that you can generally associate with Utah football — bowl wins and a great defense. But did you know that once upon a time Utah actually had a great offense too? Read more »
Associated Press: Predicting the 1st round of NFL draft
There simply are few franchise-type players teams will be enamored of, yet plenty of depth to make picking up extra picks later on a worthwhile strategy. Read more »
NFL draft: Joe and Dave Kruger looking to join older brother Paul in the NFL
Former Utes Joe and Dave Kruger are eager for this year's NFL draft. Read more »
Dick Harmon: Star Lotulelei, Ziggy Ansah are worthy of the draft recognition they'll receive Thursday night
When the 2013 NFL draft kicks off Thursday, Utah's big defensive tackle and BYU's quick defensive end are expected to be taken in among the top 10 picks of the first round. These are two humble... Read more »
Deseret News 2013 mock NFL draft: Star and Ziggy will make history for the state of Utah
Here's how the Deseret News' Brandon Judd projects the first round of the NFL draft will shake out Thursday evening in New York City. Read more »
It is what it is: College Football Playoff
Next on the agenda is to pick three more bowls for the six-bowl semifinal rotation — the Rose, Orange and Sugar are already in — and where the first championship game will be held on... Read more »
BYU, Ute baseball: Cougars thump Utah 9-3 to nab win No. 20
Notching its 20th victory of the season, BYU posted a 9-3 victory over the Utes on Tuesday at Miller Park. Read more »
Star Lotulelei ready to shine in the NFL
Utah All-American is expected to be among the NFL draft elite. Read more »
BCS to be replaced by system to be named 'College Football Playoff'
The Bowl Championship Series will be replaced by the College Football Playoff. Read more »
NBA Playoffs: Memorable moments from former Ute standout Andre Miller (+video)
A list compiled from some of Andre Miller's most memorable moments throughout his NBA career. Read more »
Past and present Utah football coaches featured on annual coaching rankings list
Former Utah coach Urban Meyer was beat out only by Alabama's Nick Saban, and BYU coach Bronco Mendenhall is rated 17 on Sporting News' annual rankings of best college coaches. Read more »
Utah basketball: Fields feels at home with the Utes
Ahmad Fields signed with Utah last week and is anxious to be part of an improving Utah basketball program. Read more »
A closer look at Ziggy Ansah, Star Lotulelei and 17 other 2013 NFL draft prospects from Utah universities
There are 19 bona fide prospects from universities in the state of Utah who are making serious runs at being selected in Thursday's NFL draft. This is the essential information to know about each... Read more »
Utah gymnasts compete as individuals at NCAAs
Young Utah team will return all of this season's talented team. Gymnasts enjoyed gaining experience in Sunday's event finals. Read more »
Florida fights back after rough start to earn school's first gymnastics title with a 'lights out' performance
The Florida Gators earn the school's first gymanstics national title behind gutsy come-from-behind performance. Oklahoma is second, while defending national champ Alabama finishes third. Read more »
Utah gymnastics: Three Red Rocks will compete for individual national championships Sunday
The Utes still have a shot at a national gymnastics title as three of their gymnasts will compete in four events in Sunday's individual competitions. Read more »
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Utes football recruiting: Polynesian players prosper at Utah
Since the days of Ron McBride, Polynesian players have been an important part of the Utah football program. Take a look at how the Polynesian pipeline is alive and well at Utah, and what that means... Read more »
The offseason status of NFL players with Utah ties
The 2013 NFL season is right around the corner with team training camps starting across the league, and there are many NFL players with Utah ties looking to make the final 52 man roster. Some... Read more »
Images of world sport: Russian riots, Beckham's swan song and the Preakness
From across the world of sports, here are the best 25 sports photos from the weekend with two honorable mentions. Read more »
Mormon NFL safety Eric Weddle: Balancing football and faith
Although he is away from his LDS ward for many Sundays each year, San Diego Chargers safety Eric Weddle strives to stay true to this faith and values. Read more »
Utah Utes football: Dr. Chris Hill talks about making sure Rice Eccles Stadium is full in the Fall
As football season nears, Utah athletics director Dr. Chris Hill's monthly State of the Utes video focused on filling every seat at Rice Eccles Stadium. Read more »
The offseason status of NFL players with Utah ties
The 2013 NFL season is right around the corner with team training camps starting across the league, and there are many NFL players with Utah ties looking to make the final 52 man roster. Read more »
Eric Weddle: An unofficial ambassador for the Utah Utes football team
Since leaving for the NFL in 2007, Eric Weddle has become an unofficial ambassador for the University of Utah football program. Read more »
Ute football: 4 running backs hope to replace John White's production this fall
Highly productive running back John White IV has graduated, but four players hope to take on the challenge of replacing him in the Utes' backfield this fall. Read more »
Deseret News writers talk U. stadium, Y hoops and Jazz on 1320 KFAN
Three Deseret News reporters appeared on the "Wasatch Whip Around" hosted by Gunther and Graham on 1320 KFAN AM to talk all things Utes, Cougars and Jazz. Read more »
Eric Weddle: A miraculous birth
Five months into her pregnancy, doctors told Debbie Weddle there was a good chance she would lose her her child. Read more »
High school recruiting: Jackson Barton, Osa Masina bring recruiters to Brighton in droves
Brighton High School has seen a steady stream of some of the biggest names in college football come through its offices in recent weeks. Read more »
Former Ute Alex Smith already becoming leader of Kansas City Chiefs
It hasn't taken long for Alex Smith to become the leader of the Kansas City Chiefs. Read more »
Eric Weddle's son steals the show during an NBC San Diego interview
The video includes excerpts from the interview and Gaige showing off for the camera. Read more »
Ute football: 4 running backs hope to replace John White's production this fall
College football teams often must replace their leading running back from one season to the next. But usually, they're not trying to replace a guy that's been one of the most productive... Read more »
Will Alex Smith be running the pistol offense in Kansas City?
The Kansas City Chiefs hired former Nevada Wolfpack coach Chris Ault as a consultant. Will that translate to former Utah quarterback Alex Smith sometimes running the pistol offense, which Ault... Read more »
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