{
  "id": 5494261,
  "title": "Dampier and Parker star in No. 21 Utah’s first opener without Whittingham in 21 years",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/04/dampier-and-parker-star-in-no-21-utahs-first-opener-without",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-09-04T04:45:54.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Winnipeg Free Press",
    "slug": "winnipeg-free-press",
    "url": "https://www.winnipegfreepress.com/uncategorized/2026/09/03/dampier-and-parker-star-in-no-21-utahs-first-opener-without-whittingham-in-21-years"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Devon Dampier led Utah to a dominant 66-14 victory over Idaho, throwing for three touchdowns and scrambling for another score. Freshman Wayshawn Parker had a historic performance, scoring the first three touchdowns of his career. This marked the first time Utah opened a season without former head coach Kyle Whittingham in 21 years, as he moved to Michigan. Dampier, who battled injuries last season, was accurate and efficient, while Parker showcased his dual-threat abilities on both offense and defense. Backup quarterback Byrd Ficklin contributed with 93 passing yards and two touchdowns, along with a 70-yard rushing performance. Idaho's Hayden Kincheloe managed to rush for 37 yards and a touchdown, but the Utes' defense held firm, allowing only 225 total yards. The game served as Utah's most dominant win in their storied 29-game rivalry with Idaho.",
  "summary": null,
  "key_points": [
    "Devon Dampier led Utah to a 66-14 victory over Idaho.",
    "Freshman Wayshawn Parker scored first three touchdowns.",
    "First opener without Kyle Whittingham in 21 years."
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}