OFFICIAL RELEASE FROM THE UTAH BLAZE
MOREHEAD, Ky. – Former Morehead State defensive back David Hyland has joined the Arena Football League’s Utah Blaze for the 2012 season. The 24-year-old has spent the past two campaigns in the Canadian Football League with the BC Lions and Hamilton Tiger-Cats.
Hyland was a two-time, Mid-Major All-American during his time at Morehead State (2005-08). In 44 career games, he racked up a school-record 21 interceptions for 319 yards and three touchdowns.
Hyland, a native of Woodstock, Ga., also tallied 167 tackles and 40 pass break-ups as an Eagle.
Following his college career, the two-time Pioneer Football League First-Team selection was invited to participate in rookie training camp with the NFL’s Cleveland Browns.
Utah is entering its sixth season in the AFL. For the latest on the Blaze, visit
www.utblaze.com.
