Former Miami Dolphins, University of Utah star Manny Fernandez dies at age 79

Fernandez played for the Utes from 1965–67.

(Wilfredo Lee | AP) Former Miami Dolphins player Manny Fernandez, who played for three seasons at Utah, has died at the age of 79.

(Wilfredo Lee | AP) Former Miami Dolphins player Manny Fernandez, who played for three seasons at Utah, has died at the age of 79.

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