Former Utes, Cougars Lead Local NFL Players During Week 7

SALT LAKE CITY, Utah – Former Utah Utes and BYU Cougars made big plays to lead the local players in the NFL during Week 7.

Here is how all of the players with ties to the state of Utah fared during the seventh week of the season.

Former Utah Utes

Urban Meyer – Head Coach – Jacksonville Jaguars (1-5)

The former Utah head coach and the Jaguars had a bye week in Week 7.

Next Game: @ Seattle Seahawks on Sunday, October 31 at 2:05 p.m. (MDT) on CBS

Kylie Fitts – Defensive Tackle – Arizona Cardinals (7-0)

The former Utah defensive lineman was placed on Injured Reserve prior to Week 7 and will miss the rest of the 2021 season. Arizona beat Houston, 31-5.

Next Game: vs. Green Bay Packers on Thursday, October 28 at 6:20 p.m. (MDT) on FOX/NFL Network

Leki Fotu – Defensive Tackle – Arizona Cardinals (7-0)

The former Utah defensive lineman and the Cardinals beat the Houston Texans, 31-5.

Next Game: vs. Green Bay Packers on Thursday, October 28 at 6:20 p.m. (MDT) on FOX/NFL Network

Tyler Huntley – Quarterback – Baltimore Ravens (5-2)

The former Utah quarterback was 5/11 passing for 39 yards in Baltimore’s 41-17 loss to the Cincinnati Bengals.

Next Game: Bye Week

Star Lotulelei – Defensive Tackle – Buffalo Bills (4-2)

The former Utah defensive lineman and the Bills had a bye week in Week 7.

Next Game: vs. Miami Dolphins on Sunday, October 31 at 11 a.m. (MDT) on CBS

Zack Moss – Running Back – Buffalo Bills (4-2)

The former Utah running back and the Bills had a bye week in Week 7.

Next Game: vs. Miami Dolphins on Sunday, October 31 at 11 a.m. (MDT) on CBS

Jaylon Johnson – Cornerback – Chicago Bears (3-4)

The former Utes defensive back had two tackles in Chicago’s 38-3 loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

Next Game: vs. San Francisco 49ers on Sunday, October 31 at 11 a.m. (MDT) on FOX

Bradlee Anae – Defensive End – Dallas Cowboys (5-1)

The former Utah defensive end and the Cowboys had a bye week in Week 7.

Next Game: @ Minnesota Vikings on Sunday, October 31 at 6:20 p.m. (MDT) on KSL TV

Francis Bernard – Linebacker – Dallas Cowboys (5-1)

The former Utah linebacker is currently on the Cowboys’ Reserve/Injured list. Bernard and the Cowboys had a bye week in Week 7.

Next Game: @ Minnesota Vikings on Sunday, October 31 at 6:20 p.m. (MDT) on KSL TV

Garett Bolles – Offensive Tackle – Denver Broncos (3-4)

The former Utah offensive lineman and the Broncos suffered a 17-14 loss to the Cleveland Browns.

Next Game: vs. Washington Football Team on Sunday, October 31 at 2:25 p.m. (MDT) on FOX

Tim Patrick – Wide Receiver – Denver Broncos (3-4)

The former Utah receiver had two catches for 16 yards in Denver’s 17-14 loss to the Cleveland Browns.

Next Game: vs. Washington Football Team on Sunday, October 31 at 2:25 p.m. (MDT) on FOX

John Penisini – Defensive Tackle – Detroit Lions (0-7)

The former Utah defensive lineman had one tackle during Detroit’s 28-19 loss to the Los Angeles Rams.

Next Game: vs. Philadelphia Eagles on Sunday, October 31 at 11 a.m. (MDT) on FOX

Julian Blackmon – Safety – Indianapolis Colts (3-4)

The former Utah safety suffered a season-ending injury during the practice before Week 7 and will miss the entire year for the Colts. Indianapolis beat San Francisco, 30-18.

Next Game: vs. Tennessee Titans on Sunday, October 31 at 11 a.m. (MDT) on CBS

Sam Tevi – Offensive Tackle – Indianapolis Colts (3-4)

The former Utah offensive lineman suffered a season-ending knee injury during the preseason and will miss the entire year for the Colts. Indianapolis beat San Francisco, 30-18.

Next Game: vs. Tennessee Titans on Sunday, October 31 at 11 a.m. (MDT) on CBS

Jackson Barton – Offensive Tackle – Las Vegas Raiders (5-2)

The former Utah offensive lineman was inactive for Las Vegas’ 33-22 win over the Philadelphia Eagles.

Next Game: Bye Week

Terrell Burgess – Safety – Los Angeles Rams (6-1)

The former Utah defensive back had one tackle in Los Angeles’ 28-19 win over the Detroit Lions.

Next Game: @ Houston Texans on Sunday, October 31 at 11 a.m. (MDT) on FOX

Matt Gay – Kicker – Los Angeles Rams (6-1)

The former Utah kicker was 2/2 on field goals and 2/2 on PATs in Los Angeles’ 28-19 win over the Detroit Lions.

Next Game: @ Houston Texans on Sunday, October 31 at 11 a.m. (MDT) on FOX

Eric Rowe – Safety – Miami Dolphins (1-6)

The former Utah defensive back had had nine total tackles, six solo tackles, and one pass breakup in Miami’s 30-28 loss to the Atlanta Falcons.

Next Game: @ Buffalo Bills on Sunday, October 31 at 11 a.m. (MDT) on CBS

Chase Hansen – Safety – New Orleans Saints (4-2)

The former Utah defensive back is currently on the Saints’ Reserve/Injured list. The Saints beat the Seattle Seahawks on Monday, October 25, 13-10.

Next Game: vs. Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Sunday, October 31 at 2:25 p.m. (MDT) on FOX

Marcus Williams – Safety – New Orleans Saints (4-2)

The former Utah defensive back had two total tackles and one solo tackle in New Orleans’ 13-10 win over the Seattle Seahawks.

Next Game: vs. Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Sunday, October 31 at 2:25 p.m. (MDT) on FOX

Devontae Booker – Running Back – New York Giants (2-5)

The former Utes running back ran the ball 14 times for 51 yards and touchdown in New York’s 25-3 win over the Carolina Panthers. Booker also had two catches for 15 yards.

Next Game: @ Kansas City Chiefs on Monday, November 1 at 6:15 p.m. (MDT) on ESPN

Former @Utah_Football running back Devontae Booker reached the end zone for the second time in October. 🙌 #LocalsInTheNFL #NFL #CARvsNYG #TogetherBlue #GoUtes https://t.co/0eGKilEJOh

— KSL Sports (@kslsports) October 24, 2021

Javelin Guidry – Safety – New York Jets (1-5)

The former Utah defensive back had one tackle and one pass breakup in New York’s 54-13 loss to the New England Patriots.

Next Game: vs. Cincinnati Bengals on Sunday, October 31 at 11 a.m. (MDT) on CBS

Mitch Wishnowsky – Punter – San Francisco 49ers (2-4)

The former Utah punter punted the ball four times with an average of 48.3 yards per kick in San Francisco’s 30-18 loss to the Indianapolis Colts.

Next Game: @ Chicago Bears on Sunday, October 31 at 11 a.m. (MDT) on FOX

Cody Barton – Linebacker – Seattle Seahawks (2-5)

The former Utah linebacker had one tackle in Seattle’s 13-10 loss to the New Orleans Saints on Monday, October 25.

Next Game: vs. Jacksonville Jaguars on Sunday, October 31 at 2:05 p.m. (MDT) on CBS

Marquise Blair – Safety – Seattle Seahawks (2-5)

The former Utah defensive back left with a leg injury during the fourth quarter of Seattle’s 13-10 loss to the New Orleans Saints on Monday, October 25.

Next Game: vs. Jacksonville Jaguars on Sunday, October 31 at 2:05 p.m. (MDT) on CBS

Jared Norris – Linebacker – Washington Football Team (2-5)

The former Utah linebacker is currently on Washington’s Reserve/Injured list and did not play in the WFT’s 24-10 loss to the Green Bay Packers.

Next Game: @ Denver Broncos on Sunday, October 31 at 2:25 p.m. (MDT) on FOX

Former BYU Cougars

Andy Reid – Head Coach – Kansas City Chiefs (3-4)

The former BYU player and graduate assistant and the Chiefs suffered a 27-3 loss to the Tennessee Titans.

Next Game: vs. New York Giants on Monday, November 1 at 6:15 p.m. (MDT) on ESPN

Ty’Son Williams – Running Back – Baltimore Ravens (5-2)

The former BYU running back had two carries for 10 yards n Baltimore’s 41-17 loss to the Cincinnati Bengals. Williams also had two receptions for 24 yards.

Next Game: Bye Week

Brady Christensen – Offensive Tackle – Carolina Panthers (3-4)

The former BYU offensive lineman and the Panthers suffered a 25-3 loss to the New York Giants.

Next Game: @ Atlanta Falcons on Sunday, October 31 at 11 a.m. (MDT) on FOX

Khyiris Tonga – Defensive Tackle – Chicago Bears (3-4)

The former BYU defensive lineman had two tackles in Chicago’s 38-3 loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

Next Game: vs. San Francisco 49ers on Sunday, October 31 at 11 a.m. (MDT) on FOX

Sione Takitaki – Linebacker – Cleveland Browns (4-3)

The former BYU linebacker had three total tackles and one solo tackle in Cleveland’s 17-14 win over the Denver Broncos.

Next Game: vs. Pittsburgh Steelers on Sunday, October 31 at 11 a.m. (MDT) on CBS

Jamaal Williams – Running Back – Detroit Lions (0-7)

The former BYU running back ran the ball 12 times for 57 yards in Detroit’s 28-19 loss to the Los Angeles Rams.

Next Game: vs. Philadelphia Eagles on Sunday, October 31 at 11 a.m. (MDT) on FOX

Daniel Sorensen – Safety – Kansas City Chiefs (3-4)

The former BYU defensive back had one tackle in Kansas City’s 27-3 loss to the Tennessee Titans.

Next Game: vs. New York Giants on Monday, November 1 at 6:15 p.m. (MDT) on ESPN

Matt Bushman – Tight End – Las Vegas Raiders (5-2)

The former BYU tight end and the Raiders beat the Philadelphia Eagles, 33-22.

Next Game: Bye Week

Michael Davis – Cornerback – Los Angeles Chargers (4-2)

The former BYU defensive back and the Chargers had a bye week in Week 7.

Next Game: vs. New England Patriots on Sunday, October 31 at 2:05 p.m. (MDT) on CBS

Kyle Van Noy – Linebacker – New England Patriots (3-4)

The former BYU linebacker had three total tackles, one solo tackle, and a pass breakup in New England’s 54-13 win over the New York Jets.

Next Game: @ Los Angeles Chargers on Sunday, October 31 at 2:05 p.m. (MDT) on CBS

Harvey Langi – Linebacker – New England Patriots (3-4)

The former BYU linebacker suffered an injury during New England’s 54-13 win over the New York Jets.

Next Game: @ Los Angeles Chargers on Sunday, October 31 at 2:05 p.m. (MDT) on CBS

Taysom Hill – Quarterback – New Orleans Saints (4-2)

The former BYU quarterback is recovering from a concussion and has been ruled out for Week 7. The Saints beat the Seattle Seahawks on Monday, October 25, 13-10.

Next Game: vs. Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Sunday, October 31 at 2:25 p.m. (MDT) on FOX

Zach Wilson – Quarterback – New York Jets (1-5)

The former BYU quarterback suffered a knee injury during New York’s 54-13 loss to the New England Patriots. When he exited the field, Wilson was 6/10 passing for 51 yards.

Next Game: vs. Cincinnati Bengals on Sunday, October 31 at 11 a.m. (MDT) on CBS

The @nyjets have ruled out Zach Wilson from returning against the @Patriots. #LocalsInTheNFL #NFL #NYJvsNE #TakeFlight #BYU #GoCougs #BYUFOOTBALLhttps://t.co/Ro01UtPw3k

— KSL Sports (@kslsports) October 24, 2021

Fred Warner – Linebacker – San Francisco 49ers (2-4)

The former BYU linebacker had nine total tackles, seven solo tackles, two tackles for loss, and a fumble recovery in San Francisco’s 30-18 loss to the Indianapolis Colts.

Next Game: @ Chicago Bears on Sunday, October 31 at 11 a.m. (MDT) on FOX

All-Pro @fred_warner 💪😤#LocalsInTheNFL #NFL #FTTB #INDvsSF #BYU #GoCougs #BYUFOOTBALL https://t.co/VDrH6s0oi8

— KSL Sports (@kslsports) October 25, 2021

Dax Milne – Wide Receiver – Washington Football Team (2-5)

The former BYU wide receiver had two catches for 16 yards in Washington’s 24-10 loss to the Green Bay Packers.

Next Game: @ Denver Broncos on Sunday, October 31 at 2:25 p.m. (MDT) on FOX

Practice Squad Players

• Tristen Hoge – Cleveland Browns
• Bronson Kaufusi – Green Bay Packers
• Chris Wilcox – Indianapolis Colts
• Zayne Anderson – Kansas City Chiefs
• Troy Warner – Tampa Bay Buccaneers

Former Utah State Aggies

Patrick Scales – Long Snapper – Chicago Bears (3-4)

The former Aggie long snapper and the Bears suffered a 38-3 loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

Next Game: vs. San Francisco 49ers on Sunday, October 31 at 11 a.m. (MDT) on FOX

Jalen Davis – Cornerback – Cincinnati Bengals (5-2)

The former Utah State defensive back had two tackles and one pass breakup in Cincinnati’s 41-17 win over the Baltimore Ravens.

Next Game: @ New York Jets on Sunday, October 31 at 11 a.m. (MDT) on CBS

Jordan Love – Quarterback – Green Bay Packers (6-1)

The former Utah State quarterback did not play in Green Bay’s 24-10 win over the Washington Football Team.

Next Game: @ Arizona Cardinals on Thursday, October 28 at 6:20 p.m. (MDT) on FOX/NFL Network

Dallin Leavitt – Cornerback – Las Vegas Raiders (5-2)

The former Utah State defensive back had five total tackles and three solo tackles in Las Vegas’ 33-22 win over the Philadelphia Eagles.

Next Game: Bye Week

Nevin Lawson – Cornerback – Jacksonville Jaguars (1-5)

The former Utah State defensive back and the Jaguars had a bye week in Week 7.

Next Game: @ Seattle Seahawks on Sunday, October 31 at 2:05 p.m. (MDT) on CBS

Kyler Fackrell – Linebacker – Los Angeles Chargers (4-2)

The former USU linebacker and the Chargers had a bye week in Week 7.

Next Game: vs. New England Patriots on Sunday, October 31 at 2:05 p.m. (MDT) on CBS

Nick Vigil – Linebacker – Minnesota Vikings (3-3)

The former Utah State linebacker and the Vikings had a bye week in Week 7.

Next Game: vs. Dallas Cowboys on Sunday, October 31 at 6:20 p.m. (MDT) on KSL TV

Bobby Wagner – Linebacker – Seattle Seahawks (2-5)

The former Utah State linebacker had seven total tackles and five solo tackles in Seattle’s 13-10 loss to the New Orleans Saints on Monday, October 25.

Next Game: vs. Jacksonville Jaguars on Sunday, October 31 at 2:05 p.m. (MDT) on CBS

Tyler Larsen – Center – Washington Football Team (2-5)

The former USU offensive lineman and Washington suffered a 24-10 loss to the Green Bay Packers.

Next Game: @ Denver Broncos on Sunday, October 31 at 2:25 p.m. (MDT) on FOX

Practice Squad Players

• JoJo Natson – Cleveland Browns

Former Weber State Wildcats

Taron Johnson – Cornerback – Buffalo Bills (4-2)

The former Weber State defensive back and the Bills had a bye week in Week 7.

Next Game: vs. Miami Dolphins on Sunday, October 31 at 11 a.m. (MDT) on CBS

Jonah Williams – Defensive End – Los Angeles Rams (6-1)

The former Weber State defensive end had one tackle in Los Angeles’ 28-19 win over the Detroit Lions.

Next Game: @ Houston Texans on Sunday, October 31 at 11 a.m. (MDT) on FOX

Sua Opeta – Offensive Guard – Philadelphia Eagles (2-5)

The former Weber State offensive lineman was inactive and did not play in Philadelphia’s 33-22 loss to the Las Vegas Raiders.

Next Game: @ Detroit Lions on Sunday, October 31 at 11 a.m. (MDT) on FOX

Former Southern Utah Thunderbirds

Miles Killebrew – Safety – Pittsburgh Steelers (3-3)

The former Thunderbirds safety and the Steelers had a bye week in Week 7.

Next Game: @ Cleveland Browns on Sunday, October 31 at 11 a.m. (MDT) on CBS

Former High School Players

Xavier Su’a-Filo (Timpview/UCLA) – Offensive Guard – Cincinnati Bengals (5-2)

The former Timpview star is currently on Cincinnati’s Reserve/Injured list and did not play in Cincinnati’s 41-17 win over the Baltimore Ravens.

Next Game: @ New York Jets on Sunday, October 31 at 11 a.m. (MDT) on CBS

Dalton Schultz (Bingham/Stanford) – Tight End – Dallas Cowboys (5-1)

The former Bingham star and the Cowboys had a bye week in Week 7.

Next Game: @ Minnesota Vikings on Sunday, October 31 at 6:20 p.m. (MDT) on KSL TV

Simi Fehoko (Brighton/Stanford) – Wide Receiver – Dallas Cowboys (5-1)

The former Brighton star and the Cowboys had a bye week in Week 7.

Next Game: @ Minnesota Vikings on Sunday, October 31 at 6:20 p.m. (MDT) on KSL TV

Penei Sewell (Desert Hills/Oregon) – Offensive Tackle – Detroit Lions (0-7)

The former Desert Hills star and the Lions suffered a 28-19 loss to the Los Angeles Rams.

Next Game: vs. Philadelphia Eagles on Sunday, October 31 at 11 a.m. (MDT) on FOX

Jay Tufele (Bingham/USC) – Defensive Tackle – Jacksonville Jaguars (1-5)

The former Bingham star and the Jaguars had a bye week in Week 7.

Next Game: @ Seattle Seahawks on Sunday, October 31 at 2:05 p.m. (MDT) on CBS

Marcus Kemp (Layton/Hawaii) – Wide Receiver – Kansas City Chiefs (3-4)

The former Layton star had one catch for eight yards in Kansas City’s 27-3 loss to the Tennessee Titans.

Next Game: vs. New York Giants on Monday, November 1 at 6:15 p.m. (MDT) on ESPN

Alohi Gilman (Orem/Notre Dame) – Safety – Los Angeles Chargers (4-2)

The former Orem star and the Chargers had a bye week in Week 7.

Next Game: vs. New England Patriots on Sunday, October 31 at 2:05 p.m. (MDT) on CBS

Andre James (Herriman/UCLA) – Offensive Tackle – Las Vegas Raiders (5-2)

The former Herriman star and the Raiders beat the Philadelphia Eagles, 33-22.

Next Game: Bye Week

Kaden Elliss (Judge Memorial/Idaho) – Linebacker – New Orleans Saints (4-2)

The former Judge Memorial star and the Saints beat the Seattle Seahawks on Monday, October 25, 13-10.

Next Game: vs. Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Sunday, October 31 at 2:25 p.m. (MDT) on FOX

Bryan Mone (Highland/Michigan) – Defensive Tackle – Seattle Seahawks (2-5)

The former Highland star had five total tackles and one solo tackle in Seattle’s 13-10 loss to the New Orleans Saints on Monday, October 25.

Next Game: vs. Jacksonville Jaguars on Sunday, October 31 at 2:05 p.m. (MDT) on CBS

John Ursua (Westlake/Cedar City/Hawaii) – Wide Receiver – Seattle Seahawks (2-5)

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 suffered a 13-10 loss to the New Orleans Saints on Monday, October 25.

Next Game: vs. Jacksonville Jaguars on Sunday, October 31 at 2:05 p.m. (MDT) on CBS

Practice Squad Players

• Porter Gustin (Salem Hills) – Cleveland Browns
• Noah Togiai (Hunter) – Philadelphia Eagles

Kyle Ireland is a Locals in the NFL Insider for KSLSports.com and host of the Yards After College Podcast. Follow him on Twitter (@kyleireland) and Instagram (@kyleirelandksl).