Andrew Mikkelsen: The Fighting KickerDeep Blue • Season 4, Episode 17
Dec 16, 2025 • 51m
Andrew Mikkelsen grew up a massive BYU football fan and dreamed of playing for the Cougars. But when a terrible accident derailed his football career, how did he still accomplish his goal of playing Division I football? In this podcast episode, Andrew shares his journey from growing up in a large family in rural Oregon to overcoming a life-changing car accident and ultimately earning his spot as a kicker for BYU. He opens up about the challenges and blessings of serving a mission in Samoa, the twists and turns of his athletic career, and how he found a new competitive outlet in MMA after football. Along the way, Andrew reflects on the lessons learned from both triumphs and setbacks, the importance of family and faith, and what drives him to keep pushing forward.