Former Wisconsin Badgers quarterback Deacon Hill scored a highlight reel touchdown for Utah Tech on Saturday.
Hill, who represented Wisconsin from 2021-22, made his Western Athletic Conference debut with Utah Tech against No. 4 Montana State at home. Trailing 31-0 in the fourth quarter, the former Badger flashed some sneaky speed before reaching for the pylon.
The 24-yard touchdown was the only score for Hill’s squad on Saturday, and the Trailblazers ultimately fell to the Bobcats, 31-7, in their season opener.
Hill completed 11 of his 23 passing attempts for 104 yards, including a 37-yard strike, through the air. The Santa Barbara, California, native also rushed twice for 25 yards and the score.
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Before transferring to Utah Tech in May 2024, Hill started nine games for Iowa in 2023 after Cade McNamara suffered a leg injury. During those nine contests, Hill registered 122 of 251 passing for 1,152 yards and five touchdowns.
Despite being a Badger for multiple seasons, Hill played in just one game and did not make a passing attempt.
The four-star high school prospect never reached his ceiling in college football, but his late burst with Utah Tech could make him a valuable asset in the WAC for the remainder of the season.