Yeah I saw it one more time after this post and it was quite big, probably 200lbs at least, so maybe a bit bigger than a dog - fatter anyway. I think it has moved on since but yes, they rummage around for food and really tear the ground up.
We used to see a hedgehog regularly in the yard as well but I haven't seen him/her in about a year now. I didn't know that they could damage grass but I'm guessing it's while looking for grubs - kind of like a skunk would do.
I'd love to see that shot of you laying in the daffodils
Haha yeah it would have been funny.🤣