Former BYU Quarterbacks Score Pair Of Touchdowns During NFL’s Week 4
Oct 3, 2021, 10:13 PM | Updated: Oct 5, 2021, 11:15 am
Zach Wilson #2 of the New York Jets runs the ball in the game against the Tennessee Titans at MetLife Stadium on October 03, 2021 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images) and Taysom Hill #7 of the New Orleans Saints celebrates with James Hurst #74 of the New Orleans Saints during the fourth quarter in the game against the New York Giants at Caesars Superdome on October 03, 2021 in New Orleans, Louisiana. (Photo by Jonathan Bachman/Getty Images)
(Photo by Jonathan Bachman/Getty Images)
SALT LAKE CITY, Utah – Two former BYU quarterbacks each scored multiple touchdowns during Week 4 of the 2021 NFL season.
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Here is how all of the players with ties to the state of Utah fared during the fourth week of the season.
Former Utah Utes
Urban Meyer – Head Coach – Jacksonville Jaguars (0-4)
The former Utah head coach and the Jaguars suffered a 24-21 loss to the Cincinnati Bengals on Thursday, September 30.
Next Game: vs. Tennesee Titans on Sunday, October 10 at 11 a.m. (MDT) on CBS
Kylie Fitts – Defensive Tackle – Arizona Cardinals (4-0)
The former Utah defensive lineman and the Cardinals beat the Los Angeles Rams, 37-20.
Next Game: vs. San Francisco 49ers on Sunday, October 10 at 2:25 p.m. (MDT) on FOX
Leki Fotu – Defensive Tackle – Arizona Cardinals (4-0)
The former Utah defensive lineman had one tackle in Arizona’s 37-20 win over the Los Angeles Rams.
Next Game: vs. San Francisco 49ers on Sunday, October 10 at 2:25 p.m. (MDT) on FOX
Tyler Huntley – Quarterback – Baltimore Ravens (3-1)
The former Utah quarterback did not play in Baltimore’s 23-7 win over the Denver Broncos.
Next Game: vs. Indianapolis Colts on Monday, October 11 at 6:15 p.m. (MDT) on ESPN
Star Lotulelei – Defensive Tackle – Buffalo Bills (3-1)
The former Utah defensive lineman had three tackles, one sack, one tackle for loss, and a quarterback hit in Buffalo’s 40-0 win over the Houston Texans.
Next Game: vs. Kansas City Chiefs on Sunday, October 10 at 6:20 p.m. (MDT) on KSL TV
Zack Moss – Running Back – Buffalo Bills (3-1)
The former Utah running back had 14 carries for 61 yards and a touchdown in Buffalo’s 40-0 win over the Houston Texans.
Next Game: vs. Kansas City Chiefs on Sunday, October 10 at 6:20 p.m. (MDT) on KSL TV
.@PresMoss2 bringing the 💪.#BillsMafia #GoUtes #LocalsInTheNFL https://t.co/qDWiWQyNub
— KSL Sports (@kslsports) October 3, 2021
Jaylon Johnson – Cornerback – Chicago Bears (2-2)
The former Utes defensive back had one tackle and one pass breakup in Chicago’s 24-14 win over the Detroit Lions.
Next Game: @ Las Vegas Raiders on Sunday, October 10 at 2:05 p.m. (MDT) on CBS
Bradlee Anae – Defensive End – Dallas Cowboys (3-1)
The former Utah defensive end is currently on Dallas’ COVID-19/Reserve list and did not play in Dallas’ 36-28 win over the Carolina Panthers.
Next Game: vs. New York Giants on Sunday, October 10 at 2:25 p.m. (MDT) on FOX
Francis Bernard – Linebacker – Dallas Cowboys (3-1)
The former Utah linebacker is currently on the Cowboys’ Reserve/Injured list. Dallas beat the Carolina Panthers, 36-28.
Next Game: vs. New York Giants on Sunday, October 10 at 2:25 p.m. (MDT) on FOX
Garett Bolles – Offensive Tackle – Denver Broncos (3-1)
The former Utah offensive lineman and the Broncos suffered a 23-7 loss to the Baltimore Ravens.
Next Game: @ Pittsburgh Steelers on Sunday, October 10 at 11 a.m. (MDT) on FOX
Tim Patrick – Wide Receiver – Denver Broncos (3-1)
The former Utah receiver had three catches for 39 yards in Denver’s 23-7 loss to the Baltimore Ravens.
Next Game: @ Pittsburgh Steelers on Sunday, October 10 at 11 a.m. (MDT) on FOX
John Penisini – Defensive Tackle – Detroit Lions (0-4)
The former Utah defensive lineman and the Lions suffered a 24-14 loss to the Chicago Bears.
Next Game: @ Minnesota Vikings on Sunday, October 10 at 11 a.m. (MDT) on FOX
Julian Blackmon – Safety – Indianapolis Colts (1-3)
The former Utah safety had three total tackles and two solo tackles in Indianapolis’ 27-17 win over the Miami Dolphins.
Next Game: @ Baltimore Ravens on Monday, October 11 at 6:15 p.m. (MDT) on ESPN
Sam Tevi – Offensive Tackle – Indianapolis Colts (1-3)
The former Utah offensive lineman suffered a season-ending knee injury during the preseason and will miss the entire year for the Colts. Indianapolis defeated the Miami Dolphins, 27-17.
Next Game: @ Baltimore Ravens on Monday, October 11 at 6:15 p.m. (MDT) on ESPN
Jackson Barton – Offensive Tackle – Las Vegas Raiders (3-1)
The former Utah offensive lineman and the Raiders lost to the Los Angeles Chargers 28-14 on Monday Night Football.
Next Game: vs. Chicago Bears on Sunday, October 10 at 2:05 p.m. (MDT) on CBS
Terrell Burgess – Safety – Los Angeles Rams (3-1)
The former Utah defensive back and the Rams suffered a 37-20 loss to the Arizona Cardinals.
Next Game: @ Seattle Seahawks on Thursday, October 7 at 6:20 p.m. (MDT) on FOX/NFL Network
Matt Gay – Kicker – Los Angeles Rams (3-1)
The former Utah kicker was 2/3 on field goals and 2/2 on PATs in Los Angeles’ 37-20 loss to the Arizona Cardinals.
Next Game: @ Seattle Seahawks on Thursday, October 7 at 6:20 p.m. (MDT) on FOX/NFL Network
Eric Rowe – Safety – Miami Dolphins (1-3)
The former Utah defensive back had seven total tackles and four solo tackles in Miami’s 27-17 loss to the Indianapolis Colts.
Next Game: vs. Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Sunday, October 10 at 11 a.m. (MDT) on CBS
Chase Hansen – Safety – New Orleans Saints (2-2)
The former Utah defensive back is currently on the Saints’ Reserve/Injured list and did not play in New Orleans’ 27-21 overtime loss to the New York Giants.
Next Game: @ Washington Football Team on Sunday, October 10 at 11 a.m. (MDT) on CBS
Marcus Williams – Safety – New Orleans Saints (2-2)
The former Utah defensive back had seven total tackles, four solo tackles, one forced fumble, one pass breakup, and one interception in New Orleans’ 27-21 overtime loss to the New York Giants.
Next Game: @ Washington Football Team on Sunday, October 10 at 11 a.m. (MDT) on CBS
INT #⃣2⃣ for Marcus Williams.#Saints #LocalsInTheNFL #GoUtes https://t.co/m3E1d9Wzy7
— KSL Sports (@kslsports) October 3, 2021
Devontae Booker – Running Back – New York Giants (1-3)
The former Utes running back had one carry for six yards and one catch for six yards in New York’s 27-21 overtime win over the New Orleans Saints.
Next Game: @ Dallas Cowboys on Sunday, October 10 at 2:25 p.m. (MDT) on FOX
Javelin Guidry – Safety – New York Jets (1-3)
The former Utah defensive back had 10 total tackles and nine solo tackles in New York’s 27-24 overtime win against the Tennessee Titans.
Next Game: @ Atlanta Falcons on Sunday, October 10 at 7:30 a.m. (MDT) on NFL Network
Mitch Wishnowsky – Punter – San Francisco 49ers (2-2)
The former Utah punter was 0/1 on field goals and 1/2 on extra points in San Francisco’s 28-21 loss to the Seattle Seahawks. He also punted the ball six times with an average of 43.7 yards per kick.
Next Game: @ Arizona Cardinals on Sunday, October 10 at 2:25 p.m. (MDT) on FOX
Cody Barton – Linebacker – Seattle Seahawks (2-2)
The former Utah linebacker had one total tackle and one solo tackle in Seattle’s 28-21 win over the San Francisco 49ers.
Next Game: vs. Los Angeles Rams on Thursday, October 7 at 6:20 p.m. (MDT) on FOX/NFL Network
Marquise Blair – Safety – Seattle Seahawks (2-2)
The former Utah defensive back had three total tackles, two solo tackles, and a pass breakup in Seattle’s 28-21 win over the San Francisco 49ers.
Next Game: vs. Los Angeles Rams on Thursday, October 7 at 6:20 p.m. (MDT) on FOX/NFL Network
Jared Norris – Linebacker – Washington Football Team (2-2)
The former Utah linebacker and Washington beat the Atlanta Falcons, 34-30.
Next Game: vs. New Orleans Saints on Sunday, October 10 at 11 a.m. (MDT) on CBS
Practice Squad Players
- Darrin Paulo – Detroit Lions
Former BYU Cougars
Andy Reid – Head Coach – Kansas City Chiefs (2-2)
The former BYU player and graduate assistant won his 100th game as the Chiefs’ head coach as Kansas City beat the Philadelphia Eagles, 42-30.
Next Game: vs. Buffalo Bills on Sunday, October 10 at 6:20 p.m. (MDT) on KSL TV
💯 for Big Red 👏#LocalsInTheNFL #ChiefsKingdom #KCvsPHI #BYU #GoCougs #BYUFOOTBALL https://t.co/58boTjBKm7
— KSL Sports (@kslsports) October 3, 2021
Ty’Son Williams – Running Back – Baltimore Ravens (3-1)
The former BYU running back was inactive for Baltimore’s 23-7 win over the Denver Broncos.
Next Game: vs. Indianapolis Colts on Monday, October 11 at 6:15 p.m. (MDT) on ESPN
Brady Christensen – Offensive Tackle – Carolina Panthers (3-1)
The former BYU offensive lineman and the Panthers suffered a 36-28 loss to the Dallas Cowboys.
Next Game: vs. Philadelphia Eagles on Sunday, October 10 at 11 a.m. (MDT) on FOX
Khyiris Tonga – Defensive Tackle – Chicago Bears (2-2)
The former BYU defensive lineman had one tackle in Chicago’s 24-14 win over the Detroit Lions.
Next Game: @ Las Vegas Raiders on Sunday, October 10 at 2:05 p.m. (MDT) on CBS
Sione Takitaki – Linebacker – Cleveland Browns (3-1)
The former BYU linebacker had three total tackles and two solo tackles in Cleveland’s 14-7 win over the Minnesota Vikings.
Next Game: @ Los Angeles Chargers on Sunday, October 10 at 2:05 p.m. (MDT) on CBS
Jamaal Williams – Running Back – Detroit Lions (0-4)
The former BYU running back had 14 carries for 66 yards in Detroit’s 24-14 loss to the Chicago Bears.
Next Game: @ Minnesota Vikings on Sunday, October 10 at 11 a.m. (MDT) on FOX
Daniel Sorensen – Safety – Kansas City Chiefs (2-2)
The former BYU defensive back had nine tackles in Kansas City’s 42-30 win over the Philadelphia Eagles.
Next Game: vs. Buffalo Bills on Sunday, October 10 at 6:20 p.m. (MDT) on KSL TV
Michael Davis – Cornerback – Los Angeles Chargers (3-1)
The former BYU defensive back had five tackles, including four solo tackles in the Chargers’ 28-14 win over the Las Vegas Raiders on Monday Night Football.
Next Game: vs. Cleveland Browns on Sunday, October 10 at 2:05 p.m. (MDT) on CBS
Kyle Van Noy – Linebacker – New England Patriots (1-3)
The former BYU linebacker had one tackle in New England’s 19-17 loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
Next Game: vs. Houston Texans on Sunday, October 10 at 11 a.m. (MDT) on CBS
Harvey Langi – Linebacker – New England Patriots (1-3)
The former BYU linebacker and the Patriots suffered a 19-17 loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
Next Game: vs. Houston Texans on Sunday, October 10 at 11 a.m. (MDT) on CBS
Taysom Hill – Quarterback – New Orleans Saints (2-2)
The former BYU quarterback was 2/3 passing for nine yards and one interception in New Orleans’ 27-21 overtime loss to the New York Giants. He added six carries for 28 yards and two touchdowns on the ground.
in New Orleans’ 27-21 overtime loss to the New York Giants.
Next Game: @ Washington Football Team on Sunday, October 10 at 11 a.m. (MDT) on CBS
.@T_Hill4 is a touchdown machine. 😤#LocalsInTheNFL #NFL #Saints #BYU #GoCougs #BYUFOOTBALL https://t.co/4b4JWwplVn
— KSL Sports (@kslsports) October 3, 2021
Zach Wilson – Quarterback – New York Jets (1-3)
The former BYU quarterback was 21/34 passing for 297 yards, two touchdowns, and one interception in New York’s 27-24 overtime win against the Tennessee Titans. He also had three carries for -2 yards.
Next Game: @ Atlanta Falcons on Sunday, October 10 at 7:30 a.m. (MDT) on NFL Network
.@ZachWilson gets his first NFL victory. ✈️🤙#LocalsInTheNFL #TakeFlight #TENvsNYJ #BYU #GoCougs #BYUFOOTBALL https://t.co/Wtmb9HaXEi
— KSL Sports (@kslsports) October 3, 2021
Fred Warner – Linebacker – San Francisco 49ers (2-2)
The former BYU linebacker had nine total tackles, five solo tackles, and a tackle for loss in San Francisco’s 28-21 loss to the Seattle Seahawks.
Next Game: @ Arizona Cardinals on Sunday, October 10 at 2:25 p.m. (MDT) on FOX
Dax Milne – Wide Receiver – Washington Football Team (2-2)
The former BYU wide receiver was not active for Washington’s 34-30 win over the Atlanta Falcons.
Next Game: vs. New Orleans Saints on Sunday, October 10 at 11 a.m. (MDT) on CBS
Practice Squad Players
- Bronson Kaufusi – Green Bay Packers
- Chris Wilcox – Indianapolis Colts
- Zayne Anderson – Kansas City Chiefs
- Matt Bushman – Las Vegas Raiders
- Troy Warner – Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Former Utah State Aggies
Patrick Scales – Long Snapper – Chicago Bears (2-2)
The former Aggie long snapper and the Bears defeated the Detroit Lions, 24-14.
Next Game: @ Las Vegas Raiders on Sunday, October 10 at 2:05 p.m. (MDT) on CBS
Jalen Davis – Cornerback – Cincinnati Bengals (3-1)
The former Utah State defensive back had a forced fumble in Cincinnati’s 24-21 win over the Jacksonville Jaguars.
Next Game: vs. Green Bay Packers on Sunday, October 10 at 11 a.m. (MDT) on FOX
Jordan Love – Quarterback – Green Bay Packers (3-1)
The former Utah State quarterback did not play in Green Bay’s 27-17 win over the Pittsburgh Steelers.
Next Game: @ Cincinnati Bengals on Sunday, October 10 at 11 a.m. (MDT) on FOX
Dallin Leavitt – Cornerback – Las Vegas Raiders (3-1)
The former Utah State defensive back and the Raiders fell to the Los Angeles Chargers, 28-14 on Monday Night Football.
Next Game: vs. Chicago Bears on Sunday, October 10 at 2:05 p.m. (MDT) on CBS
Nevin Lawson – Cornerback – Jacksonville Jaguars (0-4)
The former Utah State defensive back was not active for Jacksonville’s 24-21 loss to the Cincinnati Bengals on Thursday, September 30.
Next Game: vs. Tennesee Titans on Sunday, October 10 at 11 a.m. (MDT) on CBS
Kyler Fackrell – Linebacker – Los Angeles Chargers (3-1)
The former USU linebacker recorded two tackles, one sack and a quarterback hit in the Chargers’ 28-14 win over the Raiders on Monday Night Football.
Next Game: vs. Cleveland Browns on Sunday, October 10 at 2:05 p.m. (MDT) on CBS
Nick Vigil – Linebacker – Minnesota Vikings (1-3)
The former Utah State linebacker had four total tackles and one solo tackle in Minnesota’s 14-7 loss to the Cleveland Browns.
Next Game: vs. Detroit Lions on Sunday, October 10 at 11 a.m. (MDT) on FOX
Bobby Wagner – Linebacker – Seattle Seahawks (2-2)
The former Utah State linebacker had 10 total tackles, five solo tackles, and one pass breakup in Seattle’s 28-21 win over the San Francisco 49ers.
Next Game: vs. Los Angeles Rams on Thursday, October 7 at 6:20 p.m. (MDT) on FOX/NFL Network
Tyler Larsen – Center – Washington Football Team (2-2)
The former USU offensive lineman did not play in Washington’s 34-30 win over the Atlanta Falcons.
Next Game: vs. New Orleans Saints on Sunday, October 10 at 11 a.m. (MDT) on CBS
Practice Squad Players
- JoJo Natson – Cleveland Browns
Former Weber State Wildcats
Taron Johnson – Cornerback – Buffalo Bills (3-1)
The former Weber State defensive back was not active for Buffalo’s 40-0 win over the Houston Texans.
Next Game: vs. Kansas City Chiefs on Sunday, October 10 at 6:20 p.m. (MDT) on KSL TV
Jonah Williams – Defensive End – Los Angeles Rams (3-1)
The former Weber State defensive end had one tackle in Los Angeles’ 37-20 loss to the Arizona Cardinals.
Next Game: @ Seattle Seahawks on Thursday, October 7 at 6:20 p.m. (MDT) on FOX/NFL Network
Sua Opeta – Offensive Guard – Philadelphia Eagles (1-3)
The former Weber State offensive lineman and the Eagles suffered a 42-30 loss to the Kansas City Chiefs.
Next Game: @ Carolina Panthers on Sunday, October 10 at 11 a.m. (MDT) on FOX
Former Southern Utah Thunderbirds
Miles Killebrew – Safety – Pittsburgh Steelers (1-3)
The former Thunderbirds safety and the Steelers suffered a 27-17 loss to the Green Bay Packers.
Next Game: vs. Denver Broncos on Sunday, October 10 at 11 a.m. (MDT) on FOX
Former High School Players
Xavier Su’a-Filo (Timpview/UCLA) – Offensive Guard – Cincinnati Bengals (3-1)
The former Timpview star and the Bengals beat the Jacksonville Jaguars 24-21 on Thursday, September 30.
Next Game: vs. Green Bay Packers on Sunday, October 10 at 11 a.m. (MDT) on FOX
Dalton Schultz (Bingham/Stanford) – Tight End – Dallas Cowboys (3-1)
The former Bingham star had six receptions for 58 yards and a touchdown in Dallas’ 36-28 win over the Carolina Panthers.
Next Game: vs. New York Giants on Sunday, October 10 at 2:25 p.m. (MDT) on FOX
.@BinghamBaller9 continues to the find the end zone for the @dallascowboys. ⭐️#LocalsInTheNFL #DallasCowboys #CARvsDAL @BinghamFBhttps://t.co/X8Zeel1QLR
— KSL Sports (@kslsports) October 3, 2021
Simi Fehoko (Brighton/Stanford) – Wide Receiver – Dallas Cowboys (3-1)
The former Brighton star was not active for Dallas’ 36-28 win over the Carolina Panthers.
Next Game: vs. New York Giants on Sunday, October 10 at 2:25 p.m. (MDT) on FOX
Penei Sewell (Desert Hills/Oregon) – Offensive Tackle – Detroit Lions (0-4)
The former Desert Hills star and the Lions suffered a 24-14 loss to the Chicago Bears.
Next Game: @ Minnesota Vikings on Sunday, October 10 at 11 a.m. (MDT) on FOX
Jay Tufele (Bingham/USC) – Defensive Tackle – Jacksonville Jaguars (0-4)
The former Bingham star was not active for Jacksonville’s 24-21 loss to the Cincinnati Bengals on Thursday, September 30.
Next Game: vs. Tennesee Titans on Sunday, October 10 at 11 a.m. (MDT) on CBS
Marcus Kemp (Layton/Hawaii) – Wide Receiver – Kansas City Chiefs (2-2)
The former Layton star had one tackle on special teams in Kansas City’s 42-30 win over the Philadelphia Eagles.
Next Game: vs. Buffalo Bills on Sunday, October 10 at 6:20 p.m. (MDT) on KSL TV
Alohi Gilman (Orem/Notre Dame) – Safety – Los Angeles Chargers (3-1)
The former Orem star had two tackles in the Chargers’ 28-14 win over the Las Vegas Raiders on Monday Night Football.
Next Game: vs. Cleveland Browns on Sunday, October 10 at 2:05 p.m. (MDT) on CBS
Andre James (Herriman/UCLA) – Offensive Tackle – Las Vegas Raiders (3-1)
The former Herriman star and the Raiders lost to the Los Angeles Chargers, 28-14 on Monday Night Football.
Next Game: vs. Chicago Bears on Sunday, October 10 at 2:05 p.m. (MDT) on CBS
Kaden Elliss (Judge Memorial/Idaho) – Linebacker – New Orleans Saints (2-2)
The former Judge Memorial star had three total tackles, one solo tackle, and one quarterback hit New Orleans’ 27-21 overtime loss to the New York Giants.
Next Game: @ Washington Football Team on Sunday, October 10 at 11 a.m. (MDT) on CBS
Bryan Mone (Highland/Michigan) – Defensive Tackle – Seattle Seahawks (2-2)
The former Highland star and the Seahawks beat the San Francisco 49ers, 28-21
Next Game: vs. Los Angeles Rams on Thursday, October 7 at 6:20 p.m. (MDT) on FOX/NFL Network
John Ursua (Westlake/Cedar City/Hawaii) – Wide Receiver – Seattle Seahawks (2-2)
The former Westlake and Cedar City star suffered a season-ending knee injury during the preseason and will miss the entire year for the Seahawks. Seattle beat the San Francisco 49ers, 28-21
Next Game: vs. Los Angeles Rams on Thursday, October 7 at 6:20 p.m. (MDT) on FOX/NFL Network
Practice Squad Players
- Porter Gustin (Salem Hills) – Cleveland Browns
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