Kyle Whittingham updates Cam Rising's injuries after loss at Arizona

Cam Rising's return to the football field remains uncertain as he recovers from a lingering hand injury, leaving Utah football fans and coach Kyle Whittingham eagerly awaiting his comeback. It has been 60 days of two years since Rising last played a full game due to a serious knee injury that sidelined him for the entire 2023 season.

His most recent setback came during a Week 2 match against Baylor when he appeared to sustain an injury to his throwing hand after being hit into a hydration station. Rising's return is still in question, although Whittingham has expressed confidence in his quarterback's willingness to play.

Whittingham has made it clear that Rising is one of the best quarterbacks in the country and that his presence on the field would give the Utes a huge boost.

“I'm just saying that Cam Rising wants to play worse than everyone else,” Whittingham said, noting that Rising's return depends on his ability to handle the football. The upcoming bye week in Utah gives Rising a window of optimism to recover and potentially lead the team for the remainder of the 2024 season.

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In Rising's absence, freshman quarterback Isaac Wilson has taken over the role of starter, going 2-1 in his first three games. Although Wilson has shown promise, Whittingham admits there is a learning curve for the young player. Wilson's time as the starting quarterback will be invaluable as he will likely take over completely next season. As Wilson continues to grow into the position, Utah hopes Rising will soon be ready to put his elite skills back on the field.

As of now, we'll wait to see if Rising comes through or if Wilson starts against Arizona State next Friday.