Report: Micah Bernard will exit transfer portal, rejoin Utah Utes

The announcement of Bernard's return is certainly interesting as the running back room has arguably never been deeper than it will be in 2023. Not only has Ja'Quinden Jackson stepped into the spotlight and appears on track to become the lead back, but with Jaylon Glover, Chris Curry and a handful of four-star freshman joining the program, Utah's room is simply stacked and will be incredibly competitive.

However, During four years (redshirt in 2019) with the program, Bernard has accrued 1,132 yards and six touchdowns. He also has posted 590 receiving yards and three touchdowns, proving himself to be a versatile and effective option out of the backfield.

It's also important to note that returning from the transfer portal is incredibly rare which just goes to show how valued Bernard is on and off the field.

Once Bernard officially exits the transfer portal and returns to the program, he should still have two years of eligibility given his 2019 redshirt and the 2020 Covid season.