PHOENIX – A walk-on’s journey is rarely glorified.

Success stories of Division I college football players who thrive without the benefit of a scholarship or heavy recruitment happen, but they remain rare. Among skill players, the most well-known example is quarterback Baker Mayfield, who in 2017 became the first walk-on to win the Heisman Trophy. ×

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