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Utah Upgrades QB Devon Dampier to Probable for Colorado

Utah plans a run-heavy approach with freshman Byrd Ficklin prepared to step in.

Overview

  • The updated Big 12 availability report late Friday lists Devon Dampier as probable for Saturday's game against Colorado after earlier questionable designations.
  • Dampier has started every game despite a season-long lower-leg injury and ranks sixth in the Big 12 in total offense.
  • True freshman Byrd Ficklin received first-team reps in practice this week and would be next up if Dampier cannot play.
  • Utah ruled wide receiver Tobias Merriweather and defensive tackle Dallas Vakalahi out, and linebacker Lander Barton must sit the first half due to a targeting penalty.
  • Expect the Utes to lean on a rushing attack averaging about 245 yards per game against a Colorado defense allowing 188 rushing yards per game.