LaVell Edwards was a giant among college football coaches.
His impact on the game of football at every level is astounding. His legacy on the gridiron will live on for generations to come. But most important of all, his impact for good on the people he associated with has changed the course of many lives and families and will continue to do so long after he's gone.
Here are five reasons why Edwards was great:
Before Edwards came to Provo, BYU was a mediocre football program, at best. The Cougars had won just one conference championship, had never been to a bowl game and had an overall record of 173-235-23.