SALT LAKE CITY— Utah football’s 2026 signing class may not lead the national rankings, but it checks all the boxes for what Kyle Whittingham’s program values: physicality, toughness, high-upside development prospects, and pipeline dominance.
These aren’t just names on a list—they’re players who fill real needs, match Utah’s identity, and, in some cases, elevate the ceiling of the program.
Here’s a deeper look at the class through the lens of superlatives:
Best Chance To Build A Utah Man Legacy — Salesi Moa
When a top-50 national prospect flips from an SEC power like Tennessee to stay home in Salt Lake City on Signing Day, that’s not just a recruiting victory — it’s a statement . Moa is the No. 1 player in Utah and the No. 45 overall recruit in the 2026 class per 247Sports Composite r

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