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Utes quarterback Isaac Wilson to enter transfer portal
SALT LAKE CITY — Utah quarterback Isaac Wilson intends to enter the transfer portal after just one season with the Utes.
Wilson, who could still decide to return to Utah, made his announcement on social media in which he thanked his coaches, teammates and fans.
“I want go express my heartfelt gratitude to the University of Utah for the incredible opportunities, support and experiences I’ve had during my time here,” Wilson wrote.
Soon after walking on campus, Wilson was thrust into the starting role as a true freshman after Cam Rising was injured. Utah went 2-5 with Wilson as the starting quarterback as he threw 10 touchdowns along with 11 interceptions.
Wilson will have three years of eligibility remaining if he transfers out of the. University of Utah.
Wilson’s announcement comes hours after fellow Utes quarterback Brandon Rose also declared his intentions to transfer.
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Embattled Utah Rep. Trevor Lee loses county GOP convention — but wins enough support to make primary
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(Francisco Kjolseth | The Salt Lake Tribune) Rep. Trevor Lee, R-Layton, running for reelection, addresses delegates during the Davis County Republican Party nominating convention at Syracuse High School on Saturday, April 18, 2026.
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Zion National Park closes popular trail during ongoing search and rescue operation – KSLNewsRadio
FILE: An entrance to Zion National Park is pictured on Wednesday, Oct. 14, 2020. The West Rim and Angel’s Landing Trails are temporarily closed in Zion National Park for an ongoing search and rescue operation. (Ravel Call, Deseret News)
(Ravel Call, Deseret News)
SALT LAKE CITY — The West Rim and Angel’s Landing Trails are temporarily closed in Zion National Park for an ongoing search and rescue operation.
According to park officials, an incident occurred on the Angels Landing trail at approximately 2 p.m. on Friday, April 17.
At the time of publication, emergency services and search and rescue officials were on the scene.
Views along the Angel’s Landing Trail, Zion National Park. (KSL)
No further information was available.
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