A former University of Utah football player has issued a public apology to ESPN analyst and former NFL punter Pat McAfee, urging him to consider a return to the Salt Lake City campus.
The apology, delivered through social media channels, acknowledged past tensions and outlined reasons why McAfee's presence would benefit the program. McAfee, a regular on ESPN's College GameDay, was photographed on set during the Pittsburgh Panthers vs. Notre Dame Fighting Irish game on November 15, 2025.
Neither the university nor McAfee's representatives have commented publicly on the overture.
