Last month’s NFL Draft went relatively quietly for the Utes, compared to the previous spring when a program record eight players were selected. Kylie Fitts’ selection by the Chicago Bears marked the program’s lone draft pick.
However, the forecast for the 2019 draft could include Utah representation in all three phases – offense, defense and special teams – including underclassmen who may be among the top candidates to have their names called by NFL teams.
While producing NFL draft picks may not be the most important measure of a program’s success, it certainly remains a feather in the cap of for any coaching staff on the recruiting trail and in the eyes of prospects who have their sights set on professional careers.