Happy Thanksgiving, y’all!
As a recent Utah transplant whose family is 1,500 miles away, I’m thankful to be here. Enjoy your day with your loved ones.
That being said, I have some news: Jaren Hall could be cleared to play this weekend, if needed.
Now, coaches still haven’t confirmed anything, but Hall was seen taking snaps during Tuesday’s practice. Last Saturday, during the UMass pre-game warmups, Hall was in street clothes and didn’t participate. Seeing him take part in practice on Tuesday was the first time I’ve seen him in any sort of action since suffering a concussion during the Utah State game Nov. 2.
Offensive coordinator Jeff Grimes said Hall’s progress has been slower than he’d like, but "hopefully he’ll be ready soon.
Now, we’re no longer waiting for Zach Wilson to come back from a thumb fracture, so he may not be needed this weekend against San Diego State. But it’s still good to have your depth back and healthy.
Should Wilson run into trouble, Hall could be the one to step up. If he’s still not cleared by Saturday, then we could see Baylor Romney coming back in.
The Cougars could need their full offensive depth against the Aztecs, whose rushing defense is ranked third in the nation. SDSU is allowing opponents 2.62 yards per game and have given up only seven rushing touchdowns.
It should be a battle of the defense this weekend, and a trip to San Diego will be a nice break from this winter storm.
Stay safe out there.
More BYU coverage
Other voices
Jay Drew, of the Deseret News, takes a look at why coach Kalani Sitake, who’s posted a 27-23 record through his first 50 games, is such a beloved figure.
BYU football is hoping the depth players have learned valuable lessons at UMass, the Daily Herald’s Jared Lloyd wrote.
KSL Sports’ Sean Walker talks about what the football team has to be grateful for this Thanksgiving.
Around campus
Follow @normacatalina12
