Utah has signed a legacy-Ute, Mana Carvalho, son Stew Carvalho. The three-star defensive back from Kahuku High School committed on July 12th after visiting in June. He also officially visited Hawaii, Harvard, Boise State, and Nevada. His father attended Utah from 1998-99 as a walk-on running back.

Film Evaluation

He does a great job supporting the run game—tough, physical, and reliable as a tackler. I can see him fitting well as a nickel player or even transitioning to a strong safety role. While I’d like to have seen more plays in coverage, his run support is a real standout. Solid all-around with room to grow in coverage reps.

-Kenneth Scott

What this signing means:

Carvalho will immediately go on an LDS mission. Once he arrives back on campus, he’ll suit up with his brother Kainoa, who committed to Utah last year as preferred walk-on.