Roos left impressions on many

Perhaps giving back is just in Michael Roos’ genes.

Along with being grounded, humble, grateful and who knows what else.

In today’s world of professional, and even college sports, those traits are sometimes lost — or have never been found with some athletes.

Roos retired last week after a 10-year NFL career as an offensive tackle, his final season in 2014 cut short by a knee injury and subsequent surgery.

The former Eastern Eagle, who graduated in 2005, was chosen as the ninth pick in the second round of the NFL. Roos was the highest pick ever to come out of EWU.

And he’s been one of the most...

 

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