Wayshawn Parker News, Rumors, Updates - Utah Utes

Powers Utah's dominant start Parker accrued 18 carries for 174 yards and two touchdowns and hauled in 5 of 7 targets for 65 yards and one touchdown during Saturday's 31-17 win versus Iowa State.

Impact Parker delivered one of the top fantasy performances in the country against Iowa State, piling up 239 all-purpose yards and three total touchdowns while reminding managers why he's emerging as one of the Big 12's premier backs. He now has nine total touchdowns through four games, with five rushing scores and four receiving touchdowns, showcasing a rare level of versatility in Utah's high-powered offense. Parker is averaging 6.6 yards per carry and 8.6 yards per reception despite handling a significant workload, a combination of efficiency and volume that few backs in the nation can match. If Utah continues steamrolling opponents, Parker has the profile of a legitimate fantasy league-winner this season.

SEPTEMBER 27 • ROTOWIRE

No. 15 Utah Utes vs Iowa State Cyclones Highlights 🏈 FOX College Football

SEPTEMBER 26 • FOX SPORTS

Fast-starting Utes get career-high 174 yards from Wayshawn Parker in 31-17 win over Iowa State

Wayshawn Parker broke a 54-yard run on the game’s opening play from scrimmage for the first of his three touchdowns and No. 15 Utah held off Iowa State in the second half to beat t...

SEPTEMBER 26 • Associated Press

Devon Dampier finds Wayshawn Parker for a 13-yard TD to extend Utah's lead over Iowa State

SEPTEMBER 26 • FOX SPORTS

Utah's Wayshawn Parker rushes for a goal line TD to extend lead to 21 vs Iowa State

SEPTEMBER 26 • FOX SPORTS

Utah's Wayshawn Parker runs for a 54 yard TD on the first play of the game, taking lead vs Iowa State

SEPTEMBER 26 • FOX SPORTS

Volume remains encouraging Parker compiled 10 rushes for 30 yards and gathered in 2 of 3 targets for one yard during Saturday's 33-0 win over Utah State.

Impact Parker logged double-digit carries for the third consecutive game, but the fantasy production failed to match the workload. The positive for managers is that he remains involved as both a runner and receiver, giving him multiple paths to points. The volume is stable even if the efficiency didn't follow against Utah State. As long as Parker continues seeing consistent touches and passing-game work, he remains a viable option with better days likely ahead.

SEPTEMBER 20 • ROTOWIRE

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SEPTEMBER 16 • Associated Press

No. 20 Utah football dismantles Arkansas from start SALT LAKE CITY — Devon Dampier threw for two touchdowns and ran for two more, Wayshawn Parker added three scores and No. 20 Utah overpowered...

SEPTEMBER 13 • STANDARD.NET

Powers another win with multiple scores Parker logged 10 carries for 53 yards and two touchdowns during Saturday's 43-10 victory against Arkansas. He also caught all five of his targets for 65 yards and another score.

Impact Parker was once again a fantasy force, accounting for multiple scores for the second consecutive game. The standout back did most of his damage before halftime as the Utes built a commanding 29-3 lead and cruised from there. Through two games, Parker has emerged as one of the hottest running backs in college football and a perfect complement to Devon Dampier in Utah's dynamic offense. His combination of rushing volume, receiving involvement, and goal-line usage gives him one of the safest fantasy floors in the country while still offering elite touchdown upside.

SEPTEMBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

Dampier accounts for 4 touchdowns as No. 20 Utah dominates Arkansas

Devon Dampier threw for two touchdowns and ran for two more, Wayshawn Parker added three scores and No. 20 Utah overpowered Arkansas 43-10 on Saturday night

SEPTEMBER 13 • Associated Press

Looks ready for a feature role Parker notched 12 carries for 71 yards and one touchdown and hauled in all three targets for 23 yards and two touchdowns during Thursday's 66-14 victory over Idaho.

Impact Parker wasted little time showing why he's expected to lead Utah's backfield. The junior produced a career-high three touchdowns despite sharing work in a deep running back room and playing in a game that got out of hand early. His involvement as both a runner and receiver are particularly encouraging for fantasy managers. Parker should remain a strong weekly starter heading into next week after operating as Utah's clear lead option and most versatile back.

SEPTEMBER 6 • ROTOWIRE

Utah football: Dampier, Parker star as No. 21 Utes flatten Idaho SALT LAKE CITY — Devon Dampier threw for three touchdowns, Wayshawn Parker had the first three-touchdown game of his career and No. 21 Utah...

SEPTEMBER 4 • STANDARD.NET

Dampier and Parker star in No. 21 Utah's first opener without Whittingham in 21 years

Devon Dampier threw for three touchdowns, Wayshawn Parker had the first three-touchdown game of his career and No. 21 Utah routed Idaho 66-14 coach Morgan Scalley’s regular-season...

SEPTEMBER 4 • Associated Press

Morgan Scalley looking to build on past successes to make No. 21 Utah a Big 12 contender

No. 21 Utah enters its first full season under coach Morgan Scalley with dynamic playmakers at the skill positions and inexperience in the trenches

AUGUST 20 • Associated Press

Logs 100 all-purpose yards Parker totaled 16 rushes for 50 yards and reeled in 3 of 4 targets for 53 yards during Wednesday's 44-22 win versus Nebraska.

Impact In each of Utah's last six games, Parker logged more than 100 all-purpose yards. Despite a relatively disappointing output from the backfield, he updated his season-highs in receptions and receiving yards Wednesday. Out wide, he logged 13 catches (on 16 targets) for 185 yards (14.2 averaged per reception) and three touchdowns. Parker also improved in the backfield, backed up by his career-highs of 149 carries for 981 yards and six TDs despite his move up from Washington State to Utah.

JANUARY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Totals 127 yards against Jayhawks Parker totaled 12 rushes for 95 yards and gathered in 1 of 2 targets for 32 yards during Friday's 31-21 win over Kansas.

Impact Parker's streak of 100-yard rushing games ended at four games; however, he still totaled over 100 yards with an impressive reception. Parker has been one of Utah's most consistent playmakers with double-digit touches in five straight games. He'll finish a successful campaign at Utah in the team's bowl game.

NOVEMBER 30, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Tallies another 100-yard game Parker tallied 19 rushes for 100 yards and caught his only target for five yards during Saturday's 51-47 victory versus Kansas State.

Impact Parker reeled off his fourth straight 100-yard rushing performance as Utah erased a 12-point deficit in the final seven minutes of the game. The running back's fantasy performance was capped as quarterbacks Devon Dampier and Byrd Ficklin combined for five rushing scores themselves. Both Dampier and Ficklin running the ball has become a significant part of the Utes' offensive gameplan each and every week. Nonetheless, Parker remains a viable option for fantasy as he continues to record 100-yard rushing performances. He'll have a strong matchup to end the regular season when Utah travels to play Kansas.

NOVEMBER 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Devon Dampier leads No. 13 Utah's rally for wild 51-47 win over Kansas State

No. 13 Utah's College Football Playoff hopes are still alive after a wild 51-47 victory over Kansas State

NOVEMBER 23, 2025 • Associated Press

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NOVEMBER 17, 2025 • Associated Press

Third straight 100-yard game Parker recorded 15 rushes for 129 yards and one touchdown and reeled in his only target for five yards and one touchdown during Saturday's 55-28 win over Baylor.

Impact Parker recorded his third straight 100-yard rushing game and he's also had at least one touchdown in all three of those games. He's become Utah's most consistent fantasy option on a week-to-week basis. On the season, he has nine total touchdowns and has recorded 736 rushing yards which eclipses the 735 yards and four touchdowns he had at Washington State last year. Parker has emerged as one of the best running backs in the conference over the last month of the season. He'll continue with that momentum when the team plays Kansas State next week.

NOVEMBER 16, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

No. 15 Utah has 3 TD runs of more than 60 yards in 55-28 win at Baylor

Utah true freshman quarterback Byrd Ficklin had touchdown runs of 67 and 74 yards, Elijah Davis returned an interception 65 yards for a score and the 15th-ranked Utes beat Baylor 5...

NOVEMBER 16, 2025 • Associated Press

No. 24 Utah hands No. 17 Cincinnati its first Big 12 loss

Devon Dampier threw for 213 yards and two touchdowns to lead No. 24 Utah to a 45-14 victory over No. 17 Cincinnati, snapping the Bearcats’ seven-game winning streak

NOVEMBER 2, 2025 • Associated Press

Logs second 100-yard game Parker totaled 17 carries for 104 yards and one touchdown during Saturday's 45-14 victory against Cincinnati.

Impact Parker logged his second consecutive 100-yard rushing game as he has established himself as the primary running back for the Utes. Even with the dual-threat QB Devon Dampier returning from an injury, he was able to provide significant value. His touchdown run came on a direct snap. Parker is electric with the ball and has seven total touchdowns on the season, more than the five total scores he had at Washington State last year. Utah is on a bye next week before playing at Baylor.

NOVEMBER 2, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Big performance against Colorado Parker accrued 10 carries for 145 yards and one touchdown during Saturday's 53-7 win over Colorado.

Impact Parker rushed for a season-high 145 yards against Colorado and had his best game as a member of the Utes. Utah started a freshman QB in Byrd Ficklin who also had a dominant day on the ground. QB Devon Dampier was available in an emergency situation and is expected to return for the upcoming game with Cincinnati. Either way, Parker has set himself up to have a bigger role in that game as he is averaging 7.2 yards per carry this season and is dangerous when the ball is in his arms.

OCTOBER 26, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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No. 15 Utah Utes vs Iowa State Cyclones Highlights 🏈 FOX College Football

Fast-starting Utes get career-high 174 yards from Wayshawn Parker in 31-17 win over Iowa State

Devon Dampier finds Wayshawn Parker for a 13-yard TD to extend Utah's lead over Iowa State

Utah's Wayshawn Parker rushes for a goal line TD to extend lead to 21 vs Iowa State

Utah's Wayshawn Parker runs for a 54 yard TD on the first play of the game, taking lead vs Iowa State

No. 13 Texas Tech opens Big 12 title defense vs. No. 22 Houston, and league goes international again

Dampier accounts for 4 touchdowns as No. 20 Utah dominates Arkansas

Dampier and Parker star in No. 21 Utah's first opener without Whittingham in 21 years

Morgan Scalley looking to build on past successes to make No. 21 Utah a Big 12 contender

Devon Dampier leads No. 13 Utah's rally for wild 51-47 win over Kansas State

AP Top 25 Extra Points: No. 22 North Texas ends FBS' longest ranking dry spell and re-enters CFP mix

No. 15 Utah has 3 TD runs of more than 60 yards in 55-28 win at Baylor

No. 24 Utah hands No. 17 Cincinnati its first Big 12 loss