By Dan Raley, Inside The Huskies: Joe Jarzynka, a former University of Washington football player who used his versatility and personality to build a huge fan following, was found dead Sunday on the banks of the Sol Duc River on Sunday while on a fishing trip, authorities said.
Jarzynka, 45, played for the Huskies from 1996 to 1999 as a wide receiver, fullback and special-teams player who not only returned kickoffs and punts but served as the place-kicker for a season.
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Husky fan favorite Joe Jarzynka dies on weekend fishing trip
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