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Alabama Leads NFL with 80 Former Players in 2025

9/5/2025

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Summary

Story summary

The 2025 NFL season features 80 former Alabama players, the most from any college program.
Alabama contributes 67 players on active rosters, 10 on practice squads, and 2 on injured reserve.
The Philadelphia Eagles have the highest count, with seven former Alabama players on their active roster.
Among them, 15 are rookies, with nine currently on active rosters.
Teams like the Bears, Jaguars, Chiefs, Rams, and Steelers have no former Alabama players.

History

Historical Context

In 1981, the NCAA introduced stricter eligibility rules, reshaping college football recruitment and player development. By 2025, the University of Alabama had produced a record 80 NFL players, with 67 on active rosters, underscoring its dominance in talent production. This trend significantly influences the NFL's competitive landscape, exemplified by the Philadelphia Eagles fielding seven former Alabama players.

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Story summary

The 2025 NFL season features 80 former Alabama players, the most from any college program.
Alabama contributes 67 players on active rosters, 10 on practice squads, and 2 on injured reserve.
The Philadelphia Eagles have the highest count, with seven former Alabama players on their active roster.
Among them, 15 are rookies, with nine currently on active rosters.
Teams like the Bears, Jaguars, Chiefs, Rams, and Steelers have no former Alabama players.

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