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(Davis Kuhn | Utah Athletics) Quarterback Byrd Ficklin participates during Utah football practice in Salt Lake City, on Monday, Aug. 03, 2026.

(Davis Kuhn | Utah Athletics) Quarterback Byrd Ficklin participates during Utah football practice in Salt Lake City, on Monday, Aug. 03, 2026.

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