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The author projects a healthy Devon Dampier to produce 3,200 passing yards, 30 passing touchdowns, 600 rushing yards and eight rushing scores, while warning that weaker offensive-line play could create more third-and-long situations and seven interceptions.

Utah is expected to retain a meaningful change-of-pace role for backup quarterback Byrd Ficklin, with most of his projected impact coming as a runner before he takes over more fully in comfortable leads.

Wayshawn Parker remains the clear lead back and is projected for at least 15 carries per game, 1,200 rushing yards and 12 rushing touchdowns.

Parker's established receiving connection with Dampier is projected to add 300 yards and four touchdowns, while Daniel Bray is forecast for 500 total yards and six scores behind him.