Former Oregon Quarterback

Gabriel played quarterback at the University of Oregon in 2024 after earning a degree in Multidisciplinary Studies from Oklahoma. A 2024 Campbell Trophy finalist for academic and leadership excellence, he now continues his football career with the Cleveland Browns.

Former Michigan Running Back

Corum played running back at the University of Michigan from 2020 to 2023, earning unanimous All-America honors and helping the Wolverines win the 2023 national title. A Sport Management major, he now continues his football career with the Los Angeles Rams.

NFF College Football Hall of Famer

Arrington played linebacker at Penn State from 1997 to 1999, winning the Butkus and Bednarik Awards as one of the nation’s top defenders. After his NFL career, he transitioned into media and now hosts the NFF’s Good in the Game podcast

NFF College Football Hall of Famer

Kuechly played linebacker at Boston College from 2009 to 2011, winning the Butkus, Lombardi, and Nagurski Awards before becoming a first-round NFL pick. In retirement, he remains active in football through youth coaching and charitable initiatives.

NFF College Football Hall of Famer

Steve Young played quarterback at BYU, setting multiple NCAA records and later leading the San Francisco 49ers to three Super Bowl titles. A two-time NFL MVP and Hall-of-Famer, he now pursues business and charitable interests.

Former Kansas State Offensive Lineman

Cooper Beebe was a multi-year starter at Kansas State, earning unanimous All-American honors and winning the Big 12 Offensive Lineman of the Year award twice. In 2023, he was named a William V. Campbell Trophy finalist. He was selected in the 2024 NFL Draft and now plays offensive line for the Dallas Cowboys.

Former Duke Defensive Tackle

DeWayne Carter was a multi-year captain and defensive leader at Duke, earning All-ACC honors and recognition as a 2023 William V. Campbell Trophy finalist. A consistent presence on the defensive front, he was selected in the 2024 NFL Draft by the Buffalo Bills and now competes at the professional level.

Former Florida State Quarterback

Christian Ponder quarterbacked Florida State and was named a William V. Campbell Trophy finalist. He went on to be selected 12th overall in the 2011 NFL Draft by the Minnesota Vikings and spent multiple seasons in the league. After football, Ponder has worked in business and media while remaining involved in charitable initiatives.

Head of International Player Pathway Program, NFL Former Arizona State Receiver

Skyler Fulton played wide receiver at Arizona State before building a coaching career that reached the NFL level. Today, he leads the NFL’s International Player Pathway Program, helping global athletes transition into the league. Beyond football operations, he focuses on financial literacy education, earning a master’s in wealth management from Columbia University and pursuing doctoral work centered on financial education for athletes.

Former Kansas Offensive Lineman

Mike Rivera played linebacker and tight end at Kansas and spent time with several NFL teams. Since football, he has built a career in commercial real estate, serving as an associate broker with Asset Management Group in the Kansas City area.

Former Louisville Defensive End

Ashton Gillotte was a First-Team All-ACC defensive end at Louisville and a finalist for the William V. Campbell Trophy, recognizing excellence on the field and in the classroom. One of the conference’s most productive pass rushers, he was selected in the third round of the 2025 NFL Draft by the Kansas City Chiefs. He now competes in the NFL, carrying forward the discipline and consistency that defined his college career.

NFF College Football Hall of Famer

Darrin Smith was inducted into the NFF College Football Hall of Fame as part of the Class of 2025. He starred as a linebacker at the University of Miami, helping the Hurricanes win national championships in 1989 and 1991 while recording 401 career tackles and earning multiple All-America honors.

NFF College Football Hall of Famer

John Henderson was selected to the NFF College Football Hall of Fame Class of 2025, joining a select group of Tennessee Volunteers enshrined for their collegiate careers. He was a two-time consensus All-American and winner of the Outland Trophy as college football’s top interior lineman before a successful NFL career