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 Benedict College Defensive End

Loobert Denelus was a senior defensive end at Benedict College who earned a spot among the 16 national finalists for the 2023 William V. Campbell Trophy, the only representative from a Division II program that year. He finished his Benedict career with a 3.96 GPA while also becoming the first player in school history named a First Team All-American by the AFCA.

Former Wartburg College Linebacker

Owen Grover was a standout linebacker at Wartburg College, leading the Knights with 353 career tackles and earning First-Team All-America honors while helping guide the program to back-to-back deep postseason runs. A 2023 William V. Campbell Trophy finalist and winner of the Cliff Harris Award as one of Division III’s top defenders, he graduated with a 3.99 GPA in biology. Grover enrolled at the University of Iowa’s Carver College of Medicine to pursue a career as a physician.

Former North Central College Outside Linebacker

Alex Pirela, a William V. Campbell Trophy semifinalist, played linebacker at North Central College, helping lead one of Division III football’s premier programs.

Former Indiana Defensive Lineman

Beau Robbins played defensive line for Indiana, competing in the Big Ten after arriving as a four-star recruit out of Carmel High School. In 2022, he was named a semifinalist for the William V. Campbell Trophy and earned Academic All-Big Ten recognition. He went on to earn his MBA and how holds his CPA license.

Former Georgia State Linebacker

Bobby Baker was a two-time all-conference safety at Georgia State, finishing his career with 158 tackles, three interceptions, and a school-record five fumble recoveries. After football, Baker founded The Global Objective, a leadership and performance development organization focused on helping individuals and teams expand their impact.

Former Valparaiso University Quarterback

Bobby Wysocki played quarterback at Valparaiso University before pursuing a career in law enforcement. After college, he served as a deputy with the Lake County (Illinois) Sheriff’s Office, where he brought the teamwork and discipline from the field into community service.

Former Oklahoma State Offensive Lineman

Brad Lundblade played center at Oklahoma State, where he was a 2017 William V. Campbell Trophy finalist, earned multiple academic and athletic honors, and served as a team captain while helping anchor a high-ranking offense. After college, he spent time in the NFL with the Seahawks, Bengals, Panthers, and Jets. Since his playing days, he has transitioned into the private sector, working as a district sales manager in medical technology and earning an MBA.

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.

Former St. John’s University Cornerback

Dominic Haik was a standout cornerback at Saint John’s University in Minnesota, starting multiple seasons and helping anchor the defense while majoring in political science. In 2009, he was named a William V. Campbell Trophy finalist, placing him among the nation’s top scholar-athletes.

Former Pittsburgh Wide Receiver

Dontez Ford was a wide receiver at the University of Pittsburgh, where he finished his career with 46 catches for 843 yards and five touchdowns and was named a 2016 William V. Campbell Trophy semifinalist for his performance on the field and in the classroom. After college he signed with the Detroit Lions and also played professionally in the Alliance of American Football with the San Diego Fleet. Following his playing career he transitioned into medical technology.

Former Faulkner Offensive Lineman

Elliott Graves was named a semifinalist for the William V. Campbell Trophy during his college career, recognizing his academic accomplishments and performance on the field. After football, he pursued a professional career outside athletics and now works as an independent consultant.

Former Northern Arizona Linebacker

Jacob Crissup played linebacker for Northern Arizona University and earned recognition as a William V. Campbell Trophy finalist in 1999, placing him among the nation’s top scholar-athletes of that year. During his Lumberjack career he was one of the leading tacklers in school history.

Former Cornell Athlete

Jelani Taylor was a three-year starter and team co-captain at Cornell, leading the Big Red in tackles and earning First-Team All-Ivy League honors while graduating with a 3.96 GPA. He was a 2019 William V. Campbell Trophy finalist, one of the nation’s top scholar-athlete distinctions. After football, Taylor launched a career in tech sales and is currently helping organizations adopt AI-driven solutions.

Former North Dakota State Quarterback

Kevin Feeney was a four-year starting quarterback at North Dakota State in the mid-1990s, where he remains among the program’s all-time leaders in total offense. After his playing career, Feeney built a successful coaching career in Minnesota high school football, including head coaching roles at Fargo Shanley, Fargo South and Moorhead High School, where he has led the Spuds program and coached multiple players who went on to play collegiately

Former Wayne State Tight End

Trent Brodbeck was a tight end at Wayne State University (MI) who earned recognition as a semifinalist for the 2016 William V. Campbell Trophy for balancing football performance with academic and community involvement. A two-year GLIAC All-Academic Excellence Team member and team captain, he also participated in extensive community service efforts during his collegiate career.

Former Wingate Wide Receiver

Trevor Grant was a standout wide receiver at Wingate University, finishing his career with over 1,000 receiving yards, 13 touchdowns, and multiple all-conference honors. He was a two-time William V. Campbell Trophy semifinalist in 2022 and 2023, recognized nationally for combining academic excellence with on-field production. Grant earned South Atlantic Conference Scholar-Athlete of the Year twice and was named 2024 SAC Man of the Year.

Former Texas Offensive Lineman

Jake Majors was a four-year starter at center for the University of Texas, helping anchor an offensive line that won a Big 12 title and reached the College Football Playoff Semifinal. He was named a 2024 William V. Campbell Trophy finalist in recognition of his academic success, football performance and leadership. Majors was selected in the 2025 NFL Draft and is currently playing at the professional level.

Former Carnegie Mellon Linebacker

Robert Coury was a two-time First-Team Division III All-American linebacker at Carnegie Mellon and a finalist for the 2024 William V. Campbell Trophy. He graduated summa cum laude with a bachelor’s degree and pursued a master’s in mechanical engineering at CMU. After completing his studies, Coury began his professional career working on engineering projects in the energy and infrastructure sector.

Former Delaware Defensive End

Before launching a career in film and television, Laith Wallschleger played defensive end at the University of Delaware. The physical demands and discipline of the position shaped his approach to competition and preparation. He has since built a career in Hollywood, appearing in major productions while carrying the work ethic forged on the field.