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Record 15 FCS Players Drafted, Highlighting Rising Talent

4/27/2025

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A record fifteen FCS players made their mark in the 2025 NFL Draft, showcasing the growing talent from this division. North Dakota State's Grey Zabel shone as the highest pick at No. 18, while the Las Vegas Raiders made headlines by selecting three FCS athletes. Notably, Alabama A&M's Carson Vinson stood out as the sole HBCU player drafted, with hopes still alive for undrafted FCS players to find their NFL dreams.

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A record fifteen FCS players made their mark in the 2025 NFL Draft, showcasing the growing talent from this division. North Dakota State's Grey Zabel shone as the highest pick at No. 18, while the Las Vegas Raiders made headlines by selecting three FCS athletes. Notably, Alabama A&M's Carson Vinson stood out as the sole HBCU player drafted, with hopes still alive for undrafted FCS players to find their NFL dreams.