SALT LAKE CITY — Now we know why the Utah coaching staff excitedly brought in a player with a litany of trouble, including a DUI charge last summer that led to him getting kicked off Oregon’s team.
It took only three games for Darren Carrington II to become Utah’s best receiver since joining the Pac-12 seven years ago. The senior, who only has this season of eligibility, has already totaled 26 receptions for 409 yards and four touchdowns.
“I did not know what his consistency would be,” said Utah receivers coach Guy Holliday. “My expectation wasn’t quite as high as what he’s given us so far.