The underdog life of Josh Butler

Ryan Hockensmith

Dec 9, 2024, 09:00 AM ETOpen Extended ReactionsAfter his parents died in 2019, Josh Butler went viral for escorting his dogs on senior day. Now, he’s proving his worth in the NFL. Peter Yang for ESPN

JOSH BUTLER CAN hear the crowd roaring from the tunnel, and so can his dogs.

He’s worried they’ll get scared or confused or even mad at the sight and sound of 51,366 Michigan State fans screaming when they run out onto the field. This is a tough day for him, and he doesn’t want it to be tough for them, too.

Sure enough, as soon as he

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