

Zayden Cook
Appeared in four games as a reserve … recorded two total tackles in the season finale vs. Eastern Kentucky (11/22). Sat out the season as a redshirt. Was a two-year varsity letter winner in football at Payson High School … was a second team all-state and two-time all-region selection, and a three-time defensive line MVP … also lettered in both wrestling and track and field, and was an all-region performer in both. Born in Provo, Utah … mother is Lisa Cook … wife's name is Tavia … also recruited by Black Hills State … favorite team is the Minnesota Vikings … favorite player is Adrian Peterson … favorite food is alfredo … currently majoring in finance. Why Zayden chose Utah Tech: "I chose Utah Tech because it was my only in-state offer and it was close to home."
- EnrolledZayden Cook (DL) enrolled at Utah Tech University · from the season record
| YR | SCHOOL | GP | GS | DEF SNAPS | PROD | TACK | SOLO | TFL | TACK YDS | SACK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Utah Tech University | 10 | 7 | -- | High | 29 | 11 | 3.5 | 0 | 1.0 |
| 2025 | Utah Tech University | 4 | 0 | -- | -- | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2024 | Utah Tech University | 1 | 0 | -- | -- | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Career | 15 | 7 | -- | High | 31 | 12 | 3.5 | 0 | 1.0 |
Profile last updated Nov 5, 2026








