Although the University of Utah football program has had plenty of ups and downs on the field, it has always had great players. There have been all-conference selections on both sides of the ball and on special teams. There have also been conference offensive and defensive players of the year, players who led the nation in statistical categories as well as first-, second- and third-team All-Americans.
It would be difficult to do a list of the best players in Utah history without at least mentioning the legends from the early days of the program. Players like All-Americans Alton Carman, Marvin Jonas, Earl Pomeroy, George Watkins, Frank Christensen, Jack Johnson, Bernard McGarry and Floyd Spendlove who carried the Utes to some very impressive heights.
This is my list of the best football players in Utah history
Note: These rankings are based on numerous factors including national standings, all-conference and All-American recognition, school records, awards and impact on the success of the Utes. It is also important to note that only what each player did at Utah was taken into consideration.
Stats and award information is from Sports-reference.com, UtahUtes.com and utestats.com.