As Utah’s offense struggles, the Utes’ defense wants responsibility
Though the Utes have been excellent on that side of the ball, they figure that ramping up their QB pressures and takeaways can only help their teammates on offense.
(Rick Egan | The Salt Lake Tribune) Utah Utes defensive tackle Junior Tafuna (58) celebrates after a quarterback sack against the UCLA Bruins at Rice-Eccles Stadium on Sept. 23.
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