Former Utah quarterback Lee Grosscup Death - Dead : Lee Grosscup Obituary : Cause of Death Unknown. -

Former Utah quarterback Lee Grosscup Death – Dead : Lee Grosscup Obituary : Cause of Death Unknown.

Former Utah quarterback Lee Grosscup has died, according to a statement posted online on June. 2, 2020.

We learned of the deceased through the following tribute posted on social media.,

Former Utah quarterback Lee Grosscup, credited as the originator of the famed 'shovel pass,’ dies at age 83 – The Salt Lake Tribune https://t.co/42CLszJTTY
— Michele Tafoya (@Michele_Tafoya) June 2, 2020

Totally Fox’s Burner wrote
RIP Lee Grosscup, the first great passing QB for
@Utah_Football
. He led the nation in passing and TDs in 1957 and was a 1st team All-American. He was taken 10th overall by the NY Giants and played in the NFL, AFL and CFL.

Yawk Talk (Jake Hatch) 哈雅各 wrote
Former Utah QB & longtime Cal Bears broadcaster Lee Grosscup passed away yesterday at the age of 83. Enjoyed having him on he
@ZoneSportsNet
in the past with DJ & PK to talk about the Bears & Utes. RIP:

Avery wrote
I’ve spent a lot of time researching Utah football during the 40’s-50’s lately and the story of Lee Grosscup is one of my favorites. From UW to Santa Monica College to Utah. The pioneer of the “Utah pass” was no doubt a legend and will forever be a Utah man, Rest In Peace #GoUtes