Healing / Medical Reversal & Remission
Gifford Nielsen — Priesthood Blessing from LaVell Edwards
Published October 25, 2026 at 4:32 PM
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Following a serious knee injury during his football career at BYU, quarterback Gifford Nielsen received a priesthood blessing from his coach, LaVell Edwards. This event is cited as an example of Edwards' role as a mentor and spiritual leader to his players beyond the football field.
Sources & References
LaVell profile a must for fans – Deseret News (https://www.deseret.com/2001/4/26/19582991/lavell-profile-a-must-for-fans) (research confidence: medium)
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