U. Success Paying Off: Draft Could Feature Several Utes

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For 43 years, former Utah State star Merlin Olsen has set the standard. No other player from the state has been a higher National Football League draft pick. In 1962, Olsen was taken third overall by the Los Angeles Rams.

The record, however, faces a serious challenge Saturday. That's when University of Utah quarterback Alex Smith may go as early as No. 1. As such, he's an invited guest for the proceedings in New York City.

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U. Success Paying Off: Draft Could Feature Several Utes

"It'll be a great deal for Alex," said Utah coach Kyle Whittingham. "The size of his contract is going to be astronomical."

Some media reports project a signing bonus in the neighborhood of $20 ...

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