Compton played college football for the West Virginia Mountaineers, earning consensus All-American honors as a center in 1992.
[5] He was the starter on the offensive line, blocking for Barry Sanders during his record-setting rushing seasons.
During his time with the Lions, Compton also served as the team's long snapper for field goal and point after attempts.
During his NFL career, Mike Compton displayed versatility along the offensive line, often playing multiple positions in any given season.
In 2008, he was named head football coach at Patrick Henry High School in Glade Spring, Virginia.
In 2016, Compton was hire as the offensive line coach at University of Virginia's College at Wise.