Gordon Monson: Utah football’s injury allegations reveal a problem bigger than one program

Team doctors — not coaches — must have the final say on when an injured player takes the field.

(Rick Egan | The Salt Lake Tribune) Utah Utes wide receiver Mycah Pittman (5) grabs a pass, as Arizona Wildcats defensive back Gunner Maldonado (9) defends, in Big-12 action between the Utah Utes and the Arizona Wildcats at Rice-Eccles Stadium, on Saturday, Sept. 28, 2024.

Gordon Monson: Utah football’s injury allegations reveal a problem bigger than one program

Team doctors — not coaches — must have the final say on when an injured player takes the field.

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