Larry Simmons stats, 2026
Utah (8–0, Big 12). Wide receiver. 2026 season, games through Oct 31, 2026.
Larry Simmons is a wide receiver for Utah (8–0). Among receivers and tight ends this season he's 168th in yards per catch (15.0), 367th in explosive catches (16+ yards) (5), 595th in receiving yards (120), in 6 games. This week: BYU at Utah.
Bio
Who is Larry Simmons?
- Position
- Wide receiver
- Class
- Senior
- Height
- 6-1
- Weight
- 190 pounds
- Number
- No. 12
- Hometown
- Moss Point, MS
- High school
- Moss Point (Moss Point, MS)
- Recruiting
- 3-star, No. 574 in the 2022 class, signed with Ole Miss
- Transfers
- Southern Miss to Utah (2025)
From the 2026 roster, the 247Sports recruiting composite and the transfer portal, all via CollegeFootballData.com.
The season
Larry Simmons's receiving stats
He's 168th of 704 receivers and tight ends in yards per catch (15.0) and 595th of 710 receivers and tight ends in receiving yards (120).
| Stat | Season | National rank |
|---|---|---|
| Receiving yards | 120 | 595th of 710 |
| Catches | 8 | 701st of 710 |
| Yards per catch | 15.0 | 168th of 704 |
The season
Larry Simmons's receiving efficiency and big plays
He's 367th of 689 receivers and tight ends in explosive catches (16+ yards) (5).
| Stat | Season | National rank |
|---|---|---|
| Explosive catches (16+ yards) | 5 | 367th of 689 |
Ranks are among every FBS receivers and tight end with the stat this season. Rates need a minimum sample (50 dropbacks for passing rates, 20 carries, 8 catches). From the play-by-play.
Charts
How does Larry Simmons compare, in charts?
Career
Larry Simmons's career stats
| Season | Team | Catches | Rec yds | Yds/catch | Rec TD | Rush yds |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Southern Miss | 27 | 421 | 15.6 | 1 | -12 |
| 2025 | Utah | 15 | 280 | 18.7 | 6 | 8 |
| 2026 | Utah | 8 | 120 | 15.0 | 0 | 0 |
| Career | 50 | 821 | 16.4 | 7 | -4 |
Past seasons (back to 2022) from CollegeFootballData.com; 2026 from the play-by-play, games through Oct 31, 2026.
By school
How did Larry Simmons do at Southern Miss and Utah?
Utah this season is where he's been best: his best on 3 of the 4 rates below. That's 17.4 yards a catch (15.6 at Southern Miss), 16+ yard gains on 57.1% of his catches (33.3%) and touchdowns on 26.1% of his catches (3.7%). His weakest stretch was Southern Miss (2024): 15.6 yards a catch and 16+ yard gains on 33.3% of his catches. His biggest season for receiving yards was 2024 at Southern Miss, with 421. The Utah numbers are 2026 so far, through Oct 31, 2026. The rates compare fairly with his other seasons; the totals are still growing.
| School | Seasons | Catches | Rec yds | Yds/catch | Rec TD | Rush yds | Explosive catches |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southern Miss | 2024 | 27 | 421 | 15.6 | 1 | -12 | 33.3% |
| Utah | 2025–2026 (so far) | 23 | 400 | 17.4 | 6 | 8 | 57.1% |
* 2026 so far, through Oct 31, 2026.
Totals for his seasons at each school; rates worked out from those totals. Success and explosive rates count every play; EPA per play leaves out garbage time. Rates need the same minimum sample as the season stats.
Advanced
Larry Simmons's advanced stats by season
| Season | Team | EPA/play | Pass EPA/play | Rush EPA/play | Explosive catches | Total EPA | Usage |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Southern Miss | +0.87 | +0.88 | +0.67 | 33.3% | 23.4 | 5% |
| 2025 | Utah | +0.65 | +0.65 | — | 53.8% | 20.1 | 4% |
| 2026 | Utah | +0.46 | +0.46 | — | 62.5% | 2.8 | 2% |
EPA per play is the expected points a player adds on each of his plays (0 is average; glossary). Success means the play stayed on schedule: half the yards to go on first down, 70% on second, all of them on third or fourth. Explosive means a run of 12+ yards or a completion of 16+, as a share of his throws, carries or catches. Usage is the share of his team's plays that went to him. EPA and usage leave out garbage time; success and explosive rates count every play. From CollegeFootballData.com and cfbfastR.
Game log
Larry Simmons's game log, 2026
| Week | Opponent | Result | Receiving yards | Catches | Receiving TDs | Explosive catches (16+ yards) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | vs. Idaho | W 66–14 | 41 | 2 | 0 | 1 |
| 2 | vs. Arkansas | W 43–10 | 17 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 3 | vs. Utah State | W 33–0 | 37 | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| 7 | Utah | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| 8 | vs. Houston | W 21–13 | 17 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 9 | at Cincinnati | W 49–25 | 8 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
FAQ
Questions about Larry Simmons
What position does Larry Simmons play?
Larry Simmons plays wide receiver for Utah, which is 8–0 this season.
Where has Larry Simmons played?
Southern Miss (2024) and Utah (2025–2026).
Where is Larry Simmons from, and what year is he?
Larry Simmons is a senior wide receiver for Utah, listed at 6-1 and 190 pounds, from Moss Point, MS.
How tall is Larry Simmons, and how much does he weigh?
Larry Simmons is listed at 6-1 and 190 pounds on Utah's 2026 roster.
What year is Larry Simmons?
Larry Simmons is a senior, from the 2022 recruiting class.
What are Larry Simmons's career stats?
Over 3 seasons (2024–2026), Larry Simmons has 50 catches for 821 yards and 7 touchdowns.
Who does Larry Simmons play for?
Utah (8–0, Big 12), where he plays wide receiver and wears No. 12.
Is Larry Simmons eligible for the NFL Draft?
Yes. Players can enter the NFL Draft three years after high school, and Larry Simmons was in the 2022 class, so he's eligible for the 2027 draft.
How did Larry Simmons play in his last game?
Week 9 at Cincinnati: 8 receiving yards, 2 catches. Utah won 49–25.
Where did Larry Simmons go to high school?
Moss Point (Moss Point, MS). He was a 3-star recruit, No. 574 in the 2022 class, signed with Ole Miss.
Is Larry Simmons a transfer?
Yes. He transferred from Southern Miss to Utah (2025).
What are Larry Simmons's stats this season?
120 receiving yards, 8 catches, 15.0 yards per catch, 5 explosive catches (16+ yards) in 6 games, through Oct 31, 2026.
How does Larry Simmons rank nationally?
Among FBS receivers and tight ends: 168th of 704 in yards per catch, 367th of 689 in explosive catches (16+ yards), 595th of 710 in receiving yards.
When does Larry Simmons play next?
Utah hosts BYU Sat, Nov 7, 12:00 PM ET on ABC. The numbers' pick: Utah.