Which College Has The Most Players In The NFL?
If you’re wondering which college has the most players in the NFL, you’re in luck. We’ve compiled a list of the top 10 schools, based on the most recent data.
Alabama
The defending national champion Alabama Crimson Tide has the most NFL draft picks of any college in the past five years, with 56 players selected. That includes 12 first-round picks and four top-10 picks. The Tide also have had 11 players taken in the past two drafts alone, including four in the first round in 2018.
Ohio State
Since the NFL began, Ohio State has had more players drafted into the league than any other college. Over 300 former Buckeyes have been selected in the NFL Draft, which is nearly 100 more than the school in second place.
Ohio State’s success in sending players to the NFL can be traced back to its rich history of success on the gridiron. The Buckeyes have won eight national championships and produced dozens of All-Americans, many of whom went on to have successful careers in the NFL. In recent years, Ohio State has continued to be a factory for NFL talent, with stars like Joey Bosa, Ezekiel Elliott, and Michael Thomas all making their mark in the league.
Louisiana State University
As of September 2020, Louisiana State University (LSU) has the most former players on NFL rosters, with 64. The school is followed by Alabama with 63 and Miami (FL) with 58.
University of Miami
The University of Miami has the most players in the NFL with 42 players. The school is followed by Ohio State University with 39 players and the University of Notre Dame with 37 players.
University of Florida
The University of Florida has the most players in the NFL of any college, with 96 active players as of the 2020 season. The school is followed by the University of Miami (84 players), Ohio State University (78 players), and Penn State University (74 players).
