Mendenhall Calls Taggart Heartbeat After Ambulance Exit

Utah head coach Bronco Mendenhall described Utah State linebacker Harrison Taggart as the heartbeat of his program following a severe injury that required an ambulance exit during Saturday's game. The Aggies suffered a 33-0 shutout loss to No. 17 Utah, with Taggart being removed from the field in the second quarter after colliding with running back Daniel Bray on the side of his head while making a tackle. Mendenhall stated that he is concerned about Taggart's condition and will share limited medical details due to safety protocols, though he emphasized Taggart's significant influence as an emotional leader for the team. Despite Utah's dominance in yardage, former Aggie Braden Pegan led the Utes with eight receptions for 122 yards and two touchdowns.