Utes pick up huge win over Pokes with Isaac Wilson starting
In a critical Big 12 matchup, the No. 12 Utah Utes leaned on true freshman quarterback Isaac Wilson, who was starting in place of injured veteran Cam Rising, to secure a statement victory over No. 14 Oklahoma State. Thenot only marked Utah’s first conference game in the Big 12 but also positioned Wilson as the first true freshman quarterback in program history to defeat an AP Top 25 opponent.
Wilson’s competitive nature was evident as he overcame his errors and led the team with confidence, drawing comparisons to Rising’s own leadership qualities. Whittingham praised Wilson’s ability to handle the pressure, especially in the hostile environment of Boone Pickens Stadium, where the temperature reached over 130 degrees on the field. Wilson also had very little time to mentally prepare for his second start.
While the Utes controlled much of the game defensively, their offense experienced some setbacks. In the second quarter, Wilson threw a screen pass to running back Micah Bernard, who fumbled the ball, allowing Oklahoma State a chance to swing the game’s momentum. However, two plays later, Gilman’s interception of Bowman gave Utah another opportunity. Despite another interception from Wilson right before halftime, Utah entered the break with a 10-3 lead.
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