Hi all! I'm an avid football fan (aspiring player), and I've always dreamt of making it to the NFL someday. Could someone help me find out which college historically has the most alums in the NFL? I'd like to consider those schools for my applications. Any info would be super appreciated!
The University of Southern California (USC) has historically had the most players drafted into the NFL. As of 2022, 511 USC players have been drafted to the NFL, which is the highest number from any college. Following USC is Notre Dame, Ohio State, and Oklahoma. Keep in mind, however, that programs can seem impressive based on the quantity of NFL draftees, but the quality of the program and how it develops its players is equally, if not more, important.
If playing football in college and potentially in the NFL is your dream, you should certainly take the football program into account, but also consider the academic programs, support for student-athletes, and the overall culture of the school as well. It's essential to have a backup plan and a degree you're interested in, because there's considerable competition to enter the NFL and careers can be short due to injuries or other factors.
Don't forget to reach out to the coaches at these colleges during your application process to express your interest and learn more about their programs. Good luck with your applications and pursuit of football!
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