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The University of Utah's Independent Student Voice

The Daily Utah Chronicle

The University of Utah's Independent Student Voice

The Daily Utah Chronicle

Andy Phillips lines up to kick a field goal last season.

Kicking ass and taking names

August 3, 2014

After seeing success last season that had not been present in the Utes’ kicking game for a few years, both the U’s kicker and punter are garnering preseason praise as they try to kick their way to...

Wilson cleared to resume football career

Wilson cleared to resume football career

June 24, 2014

Utah fans' hearts skipped a beat last season when quarterback Travis Wilson fell to the turf in week nine against Arizona State. After leading the Utes to an upset victory over then-highly ranked Stanford...

The MUSS - Provoking false starts since 2002

The MUSS – Provoking false starts since 2002

June 9, 2014

If you look in the dictionary, the word ‘‘muss’’ is defined as a state of disorder and confusion. At the U, the MUSS is known for creating just that for the opposing team — a state of disorder...

Introducing the Crazy Lady

June 9, 2014

Every school has its own traditions and icons unique to the school, many of which revolve around sporting events. One U icon that has been around for almost two decades is a person Salt Lake City natives...

Travis WIlson hands off the ball to running back Troy McCormick at last Saturday’s Red-White Game. Photo by Brent Uberty.

Red-White game showcases potential

April 21, 2014

As has been the case over the past few years, Saturday’s annual Red-White Game gave Utah the opportunity to show how its new offense is progressing. If Saturday was an accurate indication, things are...

Coach Taylor Stubblefield points to junior defensive back during practice. Photo by Preston Zubal.

New coach to develop team skills

April 9, 2014

In football, being tough and upfront can be two of the most important qualities in a coach. Taylor Stubblefield, Utah’s recent hire as wide receiver coach, is trying to prove that this football season....

Offense looks good in scrimmage

Offense looks good in scrimmage

April 7, 2014

Just four months ago, it was unclear whether or not Travis Wilson’s career was over. On Saturday in Utah’s first scrimmage of the spring at Rice-Eccles Stadium, he was close to looking like the player...

Travis Still is blocked by teammate Jerrel Oliver during last Saturday’s practice at Rice-Eccles Stadium. Photo by Chris Ayers.

Weather does not stop Utes

April 2, 2014

Mother Nature decided to participate in the April Fool’s Day tomfoolery, providing the Utes with a little rain and light snow when they took the field for Tuesday’s practice. Despite the poor weather,...

Trevor Reilly, U alum, gives a post game interview at Rice Eccles Stadium after the defeating Colorado last season. Photo by Conor Barry.

NFL Combine looks promising for Ute athletes

March 20, 2014

Twenty NFL teams came to Salt Lake City to watch 16 Utah players, as well as a few other players from in-state colleges, showcase their skills in a final attempt to make it to the league. Some players...

The Utah offensive line lets UCLA slip in during a game last season at Rice-Eccles Stadium. Photo by Brent Uberty.

Jim Harding joins Utah staff

January 14, 2014

The shuffling around of the Utah coaching staff continued Tuesday when Utah head coach Kyle Whittingham announced that former Wyoming co-offensive coordinator and offensive line coach, Jim Harding, will...