Multi-year contracts? How Utah is trying to convince some athletes to stay out of the transfer portal

In the transfer portal age of college athletics, it’s become common to see some players on your favorite team leave every year.

For Utah this offseason, defensive tackle Keanu Tanuvasa left for BYU, cornerback Cam Calhoun left for Alabama and wide receiver Zacharyus Williams left for USC.

On the other hand, the Utes utilized the portal to get players such as New Mexico quarterback Devon Dampier, Washington State running back Wayshawn Parker and UC Davis cornerback Blake Cotton, all of whom are projected to start this season.

Utah also got running back NaQuari Rogers and wide receiver Ryan Davis from New Mexico, along with Lobos offensive coordinator Jason Beck.

“I mean listen, New Mexico is probably not thrilled with the Utes right now. We’ve got their coach and their quarterback and t