Mike Utley has been a symbol of perseverance and courage for how he has lived life to the fullest extent possible since sustaining a paralyzing injury a quarter century ago, but it should be remembered that he was an outstanding football player before being hurt.
Utley’s prowess as an offensive lineman at Washington State has been recognized by his selection for induction into the College Football Hall of Fame later this year.
Mike Utley (Photo: AP Images)
Utley was drafted in the third round by the Lions in 1989.