Okay, so today I’m diving into something that’s been on my mind a lot lately: TCU players in the NFL. Yeah, you heard that right. I’ve been digging deep, and let me tell you, the journey was quite something.
It all started when I saw the news that the Horned Frogs were going up against the Baylor Bears. It got me thinking, “How many of these TCU guys actually make it to the big leagues, the NFL?” I mean, we hear about the draft and all, but where do they end up, you know?
So, I grabbed my laptop, poured myself a big cup of coffee, and got to work. First thing I did was hit up those NFL news sites. I wanted the real scoop, not just rumors. I found out that there were 21 TCU players who made the 53-man rosters this season! 21, can you believe it?
I started jotting down names, trying to remember where I’d seen them play. Guys like Brandon Coleman, Josh Newton, and Jared Wiley – they were all over the draft news, picked in different rounds. But it wasn’t just about the drafted players. Some of these TCU talents signed as undrafted free agents. That’s some real determination right there, showing the depth of talent coming out of TCU.
- Brandon Coleman – Heard his name a lot during the draft.
- Josh Newton – Another draft pick making waves.
- Jared Wiley – This guy’s journey through the draft was something else.
Then, I stumbled upon this interesting fact about Halapoulivaati Vaitai, an offensive guard, now a free agent. He played at TCU and was picked by the Philadelphia Eagles in the 2016 draft. Born in Texas, this guy’s got quite the story. I spent a good chunk of time reading about his career, from college to the pros.
But I didn’t stop there. I wanted to see the bigger picture, you know? How many TCU players have ever made it to the NFL? Turns out, there are 203 pro players and 233 have been drafted. And get this, the Minnesota Vikings have four former Horned Frogs! That’s wild, right? The teams are spread out, with seventeen having at least one TCU player.
As I dug deeper, the name LaDainian Tomlinson kept popping up. I mean, who hasn’t heard of him? He’s like a legend, with a top AV of 129. It’s crazy to think he’s a TCU alum.
My Realization
After hours of going through articles, stats, and player profiles, I realized it’s not just about the game. It’s about these players’ journeys, their hard work, and how they made it from college football to the NFL. It’s inspiring, to say the least.
So, yeah, that’s my deep dive into TCU players in the NFL. It was a lot of work, but totally worth it. I got to learn so much about these athletes, their stories, and the impact TCU has on the NFL. It’s way more than just numbers and stats; it’s about real people chasing their dreams.
