Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Alex Smith (11) throws as offensive tackle Eric Fisher (72) blocks Oakland Raiders defensive back Dewey McDonald (35) during the first half of an NFL football game in Kansas City, Mo., Sunday, Jan. 3, 2016. (AP Photo/Ed Zurga)
The NFL playoff field is set, and 16 players with Utah ties will be on this year's postseason rosters.
The University of Utah is best represented, with eight former Utes on NFL playoff rosters. BYU has three former players in the postseason, while Utah State has two. Three athletes who once played at Snow College also dot postseason rosters.