Utah Football Defeats Baylor 23-12 Despite Rising Injury

In a tense matchup, the No. 11 Utah Utes defeated Baylor 23-12, but the victory was marred by an injury to quarterback Cam Rising, who left the game in the second quarter after a hit while scrambling. Before his exit, Rising had thrown for 92 yards and two touchdowns, showcasing a strong start that included a trick play resulting in a 28-yard touchdown for Money Parks. Utah's defense was formidable, holding Baylor to negative rushing yards in the first quarter and limiting their total offense to 111 passing yards and 108 rushing yards throughout the game. After Rising's departure, backup quarterback Isaac Wilson struggled to maintain the momentum, completing 4 of 9 passes for 30 yards. Despite the setback, Utah's defense continued to pressure Baylor, who only managed to score a touchdown late in the game. The outcome leaves Utah at 2-0 for the season, while concerns loom over the severity of Rising's injury.