Former Ute Eric Weddle explains why Utah is so good at developing NFL talent

By Brandon Judd, Deseret News: Former Utah star safety Eric Weddle couldn’t help but shine some positive light on his former college in the days leading up to his first Super Bowl appearance.

Weddle, who came out of retirement to play for the Los Angeles Rams during their postseason run, said the Utes program not only helped develop the player he became — the 37-year-old is a six-time Pro Bowler — but is skilled at preparing players for the pros under the leadership of 17-year head coach Kyle Whittingham.

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Eric Weddle explains what makes Utah football so good at developing NFL talent

The six-time Pro Bowler credited Kyle Whittingham for the work he’s done at Utah in creating pro-ready players.

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