Won't play this season Utah coach Kyle Whittingham said following Saturday's 34-32 win versus USC that Rising (knee) will not play in the remainder of this season, Joshua Newman of KSL News Salt Lake Cit... Impact Rising has not played since suffering a significant knee injury during the loss to Penn State in the Rose Bowl on Jan. 1. The senior quarterback's timeline for a return has been a closely watched topic this season, as he's been able to warm up ahead of games sporadically throughout the first eight weeks of the season. This final clarity on Rising's injury status doesn't come as much of a surprise given the often conflicting reports on his potential availability this season. It's unclear if he'll take return for another potential year of eligibility in 2024. Either way, expect the Utes to continue primarily operating with Bryson Barnes at quarterback while other more mobile players also cycle in at the position depending on down and situation.
OCTOBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE