Locals in the NFL

Jamaal Williams #30 of the Green Bay Packers reacts before the NFC Divisional Playoff game against ...
Sam Farnsworth, KSL Sports

State Of Utah Historically, Currently Well Repped In Super Bowl

When Super Bowl LIV kicks off in Miami on February 2 there is guaranteed to be at least two players who played collegiately in the state of Utah participating in the game.
4 years ago
Daniel Sorensen - Kansas City Chiefs - Houston Texans - AFC Divisonal Round...
Kyle Ireland, KSL Sports

Chiefs Reporter: You’re Going To Tell Your Grandkids About Daniel Sorensen

Chiefs reporter BJ Kissel said that in the future people will tell their grandkids about the performance Daniel Sorensen had in the team's comeback win over the Houston Texans.
4 years ago
Mac Speedie - Cleveland Browns...
Kyle Ireland, KSL Sports

Former Utah Athlete, Broncos Coach Mac Speedie Elected To Pro Football Hall Of Fame

Former Utah athlete, Cleveland Browns end, and Denver Broncos head coach Mac Speedie was named to the Pro Football Hall of Fame Class of 2020. 
4 years ago
Cody Barton #57 of the Seattle Seahawks motions to the crowd during the second half against the Phi...
Tom Hackett, KSL Sports

Pete Carroll Praises Cody Barton Following Playoff Loss To Packers

Former Ute, Cody Barton, finishes rookie season with momentum despite divisional-round loss to Packers.
4 years ago
Jamaal Williams #30 of the Green Bay Packers runs the ball against Bradley McDougald #30 of the Sea...
Trevor Allen, KSL Sports

Seven Local Players Reach NFL Conference Championship Games

How all of the players with ties to the state of Utah fared during the Divisional Round of the NFL Playoffs.
4 years ago
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Trevor Allen, KSL Sports

Sorensen Punches Ball Out, Thompson Recovers Fumble For Chiefs

Former BYU and current Kansas City Chiefs safety Dan Sorensen punched the ball out on a kick return from Texans' D. Carter. The ball landed into the hands of former Utah State Aggies running back and Chiefs rookie Darwin Thompson.
4 years ago
Daniel Sorensen - Kansas City Chiefs - Houston Texans...
Kyle Ireland, KSL Sports

Chiefs DB Daniel Sorensen Halts Texans On Fake Punt

Kansas City defensive back Daniel Sorensen stopped Houston Texans safety Justin Reid short of the line to gain on a fake punt attempt to regain possession for the Chiefs.
4 years ago
Fred Warner - San Francisco 49ers - Minnesota Vikings...
Josh Dubow, Associated Press

49ers Win 1st Playoff Game In 6 Years, 27-10 Over Vikings

San Francisco's defense and running game took over for a 27-10 victory over the Minnesota Vikings in the divisional round on Saturday.
4 years ago
Taysom Hill - New Orleans Saints - Pose...
Mitch Harper, KSL Sports

NFL Executive: Wouldn’t Be Shocked To See Saints Move Forward With Taysom Hill At QB

Could Taysom Hill be the starting quarterback for the Saints in 2020?
4 years ago
Taysom Hill - New Orleans Saints...
Jeremy Mauss, KSL Sports

What Is Taysom Hill’s NFL Future?

The KSLSports.com staff brought forward their thoughts on what is the best scenario for Hill and his NFL future.
4 years ago
Taysom Hill - New Orleans Saints - Minnesota Vikings...
Kyle Ireland, KSL Sports

Saints Head Coach On Taysom Hill: ‘His Performance Demands’ Opportunities

New Orleans Saints head coach Sean Payton said that Taysom Hill receives playing time because "his performance demands those opportunities."
4 years ago
Ziggy Ansah - Seattle Seahawks...
Mitch Harper, KSL Sports

Ziggy Ansah Wore Star Wars Inspired Cleats In NFL Playoff Game

Ziggy's cleats were from a galaxy far, far away.
4 years ago
NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA - JANUARY 05: Taysom Hill #7 of the New Orleans Saints runs with the ball du...
Mitch Harper, KSL Sports

Social Media Went Crazy For Taysom Hill’s Historic Playoff Performance

Taysom Hill had social media going crazy during the Saints loss against the Vikings.
4 years ago
Backup quarterback Josh McCown #18 of the Philadelphia Eagles is tackled by Cody Barton #57 of the ...
Trevor Allen, KSL Sports

Cody Barton Has Productive Outing In Seahawks Playoff Win Over Eagles

how all of the players with ties to the state of Utah fared during the Wildcard Round of the NFL Playoffs.
4 years ago
Taysom Hill #7 of the New Orleans Saints scores a 20-yard receiving touchdown during the fourth qua...
Trevor Allen, KSL Sports

Hill Catches Seventh TD Reception Of Season In Wildcard Game

Former BYU quarterback and New Orleans Saints "do it all" player Taysom Hill has been the spark that the Saints have needed in the NFC Wildcard game against the Minnesota Vikings.
4 years ago
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Trevor Allen, KSL Sports

Taysom Hill Throws Deep Pass To Set Up Saints TD In Wildcard Game

Former BYU quarterback and New Orleans Saints Swiss Army Knife Taysom Hill threw a deep pass that set up a Saints touchdown in their NFC Wildcard game against the Minnesota Vikings.
4 years ago
Jordan Love vs. Boise State #2...
Kyle Ireland, KSL Sports

Former Pro Bowl WR Dez Bryant Praises USU’s Jordan Love As ‘Elite QB’

Former Dallas Cowboy and three-time NFL Pro Bowl wide receiver Dez Bryants praised Jordan Love as an "elite QB" in a post on Twitter. 
4 years ago
Nevin Lawson - Oakland Raiders...
Kyle Ireland, KSL Sports

Raiders DB Lawson Suspended One Game For Using Helmet As A Weapon

Former Utah State and current Oakland Raiders cornerback Nevin Lawson was suspended one game for using his helmet as a weapon. 
4 years ago
Taysom Hill - New Orleans Saints - Carolina Panthers...
Kyle Ireland, KSL Sports

‘Unicorn’ Taysom Hill Is Saints’ Versatile Weapon For Playoff Run

New Orleans quarterback Taysom Hill is living up to the nickname that Saints quarterback Drew Brees gave him, unicorn.
4 years ago
Javelin Guidry - Utah Utes - Texas Longhorns...
Kyle Ireland, KSL Sports

Utah DB Javelin Guidry To Forgo Senior Season, Enter NFL Draft

Utah defensive back Javelin Guidry announced that he will forgo his senior season at the University of Utah to enter the 2020 NFL Draft.
4 years ago
Photo: Isaac Asiata via Instagram...
Tom Hackett, KSL Sports

Former Utah, NFL Lineman Looks To Be Part Of Something Bigger, Begins Law Enforcement Career

Former University of Utah and Miami Dolphins offensive lineman, Isaac Asiata, is taking on a new challenge. After stunningly pulling the plug on a young and exciting NFL career, Asista will take his talents down to the Provo City Police Departement with ambitions to help and provide for others.
4 years ago
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Jeremy Mauss, KSL Sports

Top Utah Athletes Of The Decade Features Lillard, Mitchell and Taysom Hill

The 2010s are coming to a close and there are plenty of all-decade lists celebrating the last 10 years of sports. KSL Unrivaled named their top athletes with Utah ties of the decade.
4 years ago
Alex Smith - Utah Utes...
Kyle Ireland, KSL Sports

Alex Smith Named Alamo Bowl Honorary Captain For Utes

Former Utah quarterback Alex Smith was named an honorary captain for the Utes in the Valero Alamo Bowl.
4 years ago
Alex Smith - Urban Meyer - Washington Football Team...
Kyle Ireland, KSL Sports

Redskins QB Alex Smith ‘Without A Doubt’ Wants To Continue Playing

Former Utah and current Washington Redskins quarterback Alex Smith expressed a desire to return to the field rather than retire and move into a front-office position.
4 years ago