Will Sione Vaki start playing more offense than defense? It’s ‘trending in that direction.’
After racking up yards and touchdowns to bring Utah’s offense to life in wins over Cal and USC, the safety-turned-wildcat/running back may soon eschew two-way balance in order to get more offensive touches.
(Trent Nelson | The Salt Lake Tribune) Utah Utes safety Sione Vaki (28) celebrates an interception as the Utah Utes host the Florida Gators, NCAA football in Salt Lake City on Thursday, Aug. 31, 2023.
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