Alabama has been nothing less than temple of gifted players over the years, mere boys who have turned into marquee figures for their respective teams. It is indeed safe to urge that Nick Saban has been ‘THE ARCHITECT’ of the school’s success in the 21st generation as he has been handing out flat-out stars in the NFL.
To those who are unaware Alabama has four Heisman Trophy winners registered against its name. This surely makes it difficult to list Top 5 players who are currently in the NFL from this particular program. But we have been able to narrow it down to the sheer best. Let’s take an indebt look into it, without any further ado. But just for brief information – during the commencement of 2022 season, there were 75 alumni of Alabama playing in the league. Here are the top 5.
Top 5 Players in the NFL who have represented Alabama
- Trevon Diggs- The marquee cornerback of the Dallas Cowboys has been a huge factor for the team’s success in Dak Prescott’s absence. The 34-year-old’s upward trajectory has been well-chronicled after his breakout year in 2021. Through the initial six games of the 2022-23 season, Diggs has been exceptional with 17 tackles, 3 interceptions and 11 pass breakups (which is the second in the league). This season has only highlighted the defensive prowess of Trevon Diggs in the NFL, but to bring everyone on the same page – this player has 17 interceptions in 35 games in the NFL.
- Marlon Humphrey- With Lamar Jackson always taking center stage for Baltimore Ravens. More often than not, Marlon Humphrey’s consistent efforts get undermined. In 62 starts in the NFL, this player has 11 interception and even 248 solo tackles in his entire career. Safe to say Marlon Humphrey is nothing less than a monster for offensive players. Talking about his 2022 heroics in the first seven games – Humphrey has two picks, just one less than his career best.
- Derrick Henry- While injuries have hampered his time and energy boost, Tennessee Titans’ RB is leaving no stone unturned in making this his comeback year. He already has had 5 TouchDowns in just his six starts, which could surely lead him towards a third Pro Bowl appearance to say the least. Henry goes onto show that even if you don’t have the right style to approach the attackers, Henry’s pure strength is able to bully any defense.
- Amari Cooper- His output has perhaps been less than stars like Jaylen Waddle who could’ve ranked on this list, but this one is about reputation than anything else. Having received for over 1000 yards in five of his eight seasons, Amari Cooper is a 2xPro Bowler. In the 2022 season, Cooper has had 4 receiving TouchDowns and 422 yards for the Cleveland Browns in just seven games.
- Jalen Hurts- There are not many lists in the world which would not be talking about NFL and not mentioning Jalen Hurts in it. Having not only led the Philadelphia Eagles to a perfect 6-0 tally, but he is also arguably the best QB in NFL at the moment. In the 2022 season, as we speak, he has thrown for 6 TouchDowns and over 1500 yards. This marquee QB has registered 19 rushing TouchDowns in his first 24 starts, this only goes to show that this 24-year-old player is aging better in every game for his team and coach.
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