A source close to uncommitted linebacker Moana Ofahengaue says that the 2012 prospect will commit to play football at the University of Utah.

Ofahengaue, ranked the No. 4 football prospect in Utah this year, is the highest-rated uncommitted player. He hosted coach Kyle Whittingham this week and told Scout.com that the Utes had emerged as a favorite.

The senior racked up 78 tackles and seven sacks as a first-team all-state lineman this year for Westlake, which reached the quarterfinals of the Class 4A playoffs despite a losing season. He is rated a 3-star recruit by both Rivals.com and Scout.com. He also played in the Semper Fi All-American Bowl this year, joining many of the top prospects around the country.

Ofahengaue has received offers from Florida State, Michigan, California, Arizona, Arizona State and Nebraska, according to Rivals.com.

— Kyle Goon

kgoon@sltrib.com

Twitter: @kylegoon