Tulane Green Wave Football Best Players of All Time

John Rizzo

The Tulane Green Wave is an esteemed college football program known for its competitive spirit and achievements in the NCAA. Founded in 1893, the Green Wave is a member of the American Athletic Conference and competes in the Football Bowl Subdivision (FBS).

Led by head coach Willie Fritz, the team plays its home games at Yulman Stadium in Uptown New Orleans, a city that has become synonymous with college football. With a long history of success and an inspiring team culture, the Tulane Green Wave are a force to be reckoned with.

Table of Contents

1. Matt Forte

Running back

Matt Forte Career

  • 2× Pro Bowl (2011, 2013)
  • PFWA All-Rookie Team (2008)
  • 100 greatest Bears of All-Time
  • 2× All-C-USA (2005, 2007)

Matt Forte was a running back for the Chicago Bears from 2008-2015. He recorded over 10,000 rushing yards and 65 touchdowns during his time with the team.

In 2016, he signed with the New York Jets where he played until 2017. After leaving the Jets, Matt Forte joined the Minnesota Vikings in 2018 as they're running back/receiving threat.

Matt Forte was drafted in the third round of the 2008 NFL draft by the Chicago Bears. He has since become one of their most important players, playing in 2 Pro Bowls and 100 Greatest Bears of All-Time.

Matt Forte is a powerful running back with the speed and strength to break through tackles. He also has excellent receiving skills which make him dangerous as both a runner and receiver out of the backfield.

Matt Forte is an integral part of the Chicago offense, providing leadership on and off the field along with his outstanding play on the gridiron. His hard work and determination have led him to success at every level he's played, making him one of football's most respected players.

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2. Shaun King

Tampa Bay Buccaneers

Shaun King Career

  • High school: St. Petersburg (FL) Gibbs
  • College: Tulane
  • NFL Draft: 1999 / Round
  • Super Bowl champion (XXXVII), 2× C-USA Offensive Player of the Year (1997, 1998), Single-Season NCAA Division I Passer Rating record holder (183.3), Liberty Bowl MVP (1998)
  • TD–INT: 27–24, Yards
  • TD–INT: 27–24
  • Yards: 4,566
  • QB Rating: 73.4
  • Comp. / Att.: 132 / 228, Passing yards
  • Comp. / Att.: 132 / 228
  • Passing yards: 1,635
  • TD–INT: 27–8
  • QB Rating: 95-19
  • Rushing TD: 2

Shaun King played running back for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Arizona Cardinals, and Detroit Lions during his NFL career. After retiring as a player, Shaun King became a running backs coach for the NFL team the South Florida Bulls.

Shaun King is well-known for his work as a civil rights activist and contributor to various media outlets. Shaun King is married with three children. Shaun King is the former quarterback for the South Florida Bulls and was the MVP of the Liberty Bowl in 1998.

He is also a successful broadcaster and has worked for ESPN, TNT, and CBS. Shaun King is a highly respected figure in the NFL and has worked as a coach, broadcaster, and analyst.

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3. Cairo Santos

Kansas City Chiefs

Cairo Santos Career

  • High school: St. Joseph Academy, (St. Augustine, Florida)
  • College: Tulane (2010–2013)
  • Undrafted: 2014
  • Kansas City Chiefs (2014–2017), Chicago Bears (2017), New York Jets (2018)*, Los Angeles Rams (2018), Tampa Bay Buccaneers (2018), Tennessee Titans (2019), Chicago Bears (2020–present)
  •  * Offseason and/or practice squad member only
  • Roster status: Active
  • Lou Groza Award (2012), Consensus All-American (2012), 2× First-team All-C-USA (2012, 2013)
  • Field goals made: 185, Field goal attempts: 219, Field goal %: 84.5, Longest field goal: 55, Touchbacks: 261
  • Field goals made: 185
  • Field goal attempts: 219
  • Field goal %: 84.5
  • Longest field goal: 55
  • Touchbacks: 261

Santos’s kicking career began with the Kansas City Chiefs in 2014. He spent four seasons with the Chiefs, making 83 total field goals. Santos signed with the Chicago Bears in 2017 and has been a consistent kicker for them.

In 2018, he was waived by the Jets and was signed by the Bears again. Santos has been a part of two playoff games and has made all six of his field goals in those games. He is considered one of the best kickers in the league and is a fan favorite with the Bears.

Santos is married and has a daughter. Santos is from Brazil and played college football at Tulane. He is 31 years old and is scheduled to be a free agent at the end of the 2019 season. 

Cairo Santos is one of the most accomplished kickers in NCAA history. He was a two-time consensus All-American and Lou Groza Award winner.

Santos was drafted by the Rams in the sixth round of the 2018 NFL Draft. He made his NFL debut in Week 3 against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Santos has made 185 field goals in his career, the most of any kicker in the NFL. 

His 84.5% field goal percentage is also the best in the league. Santos is a key part of the Rams' offense and has helped them win two consecutive NFC West titles.

Santos is scheduled to become a free agent in the 2020 NFL offseason. He will likely be one of the most highly sought-after kickers in the league.

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4. Michael Pratt

Quarterback

Career

  • College: , Tulane (2020–present)
  • Bowl games: , 2023 Cotton Bowl Classic
  • High school: Deerfield Beach High School, (Deerfield Beach, Florida)
  • Second-team All-AAC (2022)

Pratt is a junior quarterback for the Tulane Green Wave and is one of the team's key players. He was a key player on Tulane's undefeated season in 2020 and has continued to be a major contributor over the past two seasons.

Pratt is a big, strong quarterback with excellent throwing skills. He is a dual-threat quarterback who can run and pass effectively. Pratt is a highly-rated quarterback prospect who is expected to be a top pick in the 2020 NFL Draft.

Pratt is a talented player who represents Tulane and the American Athletic Conference on the national stage. He is a dedicated player who is always looking to improve his game. Pratt is a talented quarterback who is poised to have a successful career in the NFL.

Pratt is a talented quarterback who is destined for success in the NFL.

5. Tanzel Smart

Defensive lineman

Career

  • High school: Scotlandville Magnet, (Baton Rouge, Louisiana)
  • College: Tulane
  • NFL Draft: 2017 / Round: 6 / Pick: 189
  • Los Angeles Rams (2017–2019), Buffalo Bills (2020)*, Cleveland Browns (2020)*, New York Jets (2020–present)
  •  * Offseason and/or practice squad member only
  • Roster status: Reserve/futures
  • Total tackles: 24, Sacks: 0.0, Pass deflections: 1, Forced fumbles: 0
  • Total tackles: 24
  • Sacks: 0.0
  • Pass deflections: 1
  • Forced fumbles: 0

Tanzel Smart was drafted by the Jets in the 6th round of the 2017 NFL Draft. Tanzel Smart is a defensive tackle who played for the Rams and the Los Angeles Chargers in his career.

Tanzel Smart is 28 years old and is from Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Tanzel Smart has played in 57 career games, starting 35 of them. Tanzel Smart has recorded 151 tackles, 5 sacks, and 2 forced fumbles in his career.

Tanzel Smart is entering his sixth NFL season with the Jets. Tanzel Smart is a versatile linebacker who has the ability to play any position on the field. Smart has been a key part of the Buffalo Bills' defense throughout his career.

He was drafted by the Bills in the fifth round of the 2020 NFL Draft. Smart has started in all 32 games he has played in during his career. Smart has recorded over 100 tackles in each of his four seasons in the NFL. 

He is a valuable asset to the Bills' defense and will continue to be a key player in the 2020 season. Smart is a versatile player who can play any linebacker position. He is a strong player who can make plays on the field. Smart is a key player on the Bills' defense and will continue to be a valuable asset.

6. Patrick Johnson

Career

  • High school: Notre Dame HS, (Chattanooga, TN)
  • College: Tulane (2017–2020)
  • NFL Draft: 2021 / Round: 7 / Pick: 234
  • Philadelphia Eagles (2021–present)
  • Roster status: Active
  • Second-team All-American (2020), First-team All-AAC (2020), 2× Second-team All-AAC (2018, 2019)
  • Total tackles: 28, Sacks: 0.0, Forced fumbles: 1, Fumble recoveries: 1
  • Total tackles: 28
  • Sacks: 0.0
  • Forced fumbles: 1
  • Fumble recoveries: 1

Patrick Johnson was drafted by the Philadelphia Eagles in the 7th round of the 2021 NFL Draft. Patrick Johnson played college football at Tulane. Patrick Johnson has played in 21 NFL games with the Philadelphia Eagles.

Patrick Johnson has recorded 25 tackles and 1 sack in his career with the Eagles. Patrick Johnson is an outside linebacker. Patrick Johnson is 1.88 meters tall and weighs 248 kilograms. Patrick Johnson is entering his fourth season in the NFL.

Patrick Johnson is from Chattanooga, Tennessee. Patrick Johnson is a promising young player who is looking to establish himself in the NFL. Patrick Johnson is a versatile player that can play both linebacker positions. Johnson was a Second-team All-American in 2020.

He was also First-team All-AAC in 2020. Johnson has tallied 28 total tackles and 0 sacks in his career thus far. Johnson has also recovered 1 fumble and forced 1. Johnson is currently a member of the Philadelphia Eagles. Johnson will be a crucial part of the defense in Philadelphia.

Johnson is a versatile player that can help any team. Johnson is an important part of the Philadelphia Eagles defense.

7. Willie Fritz

Willie Fritz Career

  • 1978–1981: Pittsburg State
  • Position(s): Defensive back
  • 1982: Pittsburg State (SA)
  • 1983: Shawnee Mission NW HS (KS) (asst.)
  • 1984–1985: Sam Houston State (TX) (GA)
  • 1986: Willis HS (TX) (assistant)
  • 1987–1990: Coffeyville CC (DC)
  • 1991–1992: Sam Houston State (DB/ST)
  • 1993–1996: Blinn
  • 1997–2009: Central Missouri
  • 2010–2013: Sam Houston State
  • 2014–2015: Georgia Southern
  • 2016–present: Tulane

Fritz is the new head coach at Tulane, replacing Rick Majerus who retired after 33 years with the program. Fritz played defensive back at Pittsburg State and was an assistant coach there before taking the head coaching job at Willis HS in 1986.

Fritz has led Tulane to a 43–45 record in his two seasons as head coach. Tulane is in the AAC conference and Fritz's team is 8th in the conference standings. Fritz is paid $2.5 million annually as head coach at Tulane. Fritz was born on April 2, 1960 in Shawnee Mission, Kansas.

Fritz played college football at Pittsburg State. Fritz is currently 62 years old. Fritz has coached at Willis HS, Shawnee Mission NW HS, Sam Houston State, and Tulane. Willie Fritz was the head football coach at Sam Houston State from 2010 to 2013. 

Fritz led the Bearkats to an overall record of 71–43 and a Sun Belt Conference championship in his first season. However, Fritz was fired after a 3–9 campaign in 2013. 

Fritz then took the head coaching job at Tulane in 2016. Fritz has compiled a 197–114 record as a head coach, including 7–3 records in NCAA Division I and NCAA Division II playoffs. 

Fritz was inducted into the Missouri Athletic Hall of Fame in 2013. He is also a two-time NJCAA National Coach of the Year (1995, 1996). Fritz was born in Coffeyville, Kansas, in 1967. Fritz is married and has two children.

8. Ryan Grant

Wide receiver

Ryan Grant Career

  • High school: West Brook (Beaumont, Texas)
  • College: Tulane
  • Position: Wide receiver
  • NFL Draft: 2014 / Round: 5 / Pick: 142
  • Washington Redskins (2014–2017), Indianapolis Colts (2018), Oakland Raiders (2019), Green Bay Packers (2019), Calgary Stampeders (2021)*
  •  * Offseason and/or practice squad member only
  • 2× First-team All-C-USA (2012, 2013)
  • Receptions: 123, Receiving yards: 1,333, Receiving touchdowns: 7
  • Receptions: 123
  • Receiving yards: 1,333
  • Receiving touchdowns: 7

Ryan Grant is a wide receiver who played for the Washington Redskins from 2014 to 2017 and for the Indianapolis Colts in 2018. Grant finished his college career at Tulane where he accumulated 1,070 receiving yards and 12 touchdowns.

Grant was drafted by the Washington Redskins in the 2014 NFL Draft, and after spending two seasons with the team, he was traded to the Indianapolis Colts in 2018. Grant has appeared in 48 games, recording 1,070 receiving yards and 12 touchdowns.

Grant is a physical wide receiver who is known for his strong hands and deep routes. Ryan Grant was a two-time First-team All-C-USA selection and finished his career with 123 receptions for 1,333 yards and seven touchdowns. 

Grant was drafted by the Green Bay Packers in the seventh round of the 2012 NFL Draft.

Grant started his career with the Packers before being traded to the Oakland Raiders in 2018. Grant is coming off of a year in which he had 73 receptions for 822 yards and four touchdowns. Grant is a solid possession receiver who can move the chains in the red zone.

9. Parry Nickerson

Defensive back

Career

  • High school: West Jefferson, (Harvey, Louisiana)
  • College: Tulane
  • Position: Cornerback
  • NFL Draft: 2018 / Round: 6 / Pick: 179
  • New York Jets (2018), Seattle Seahawks (2019), Jacksonville Jaguars (2019), Green Bay Packers (2020), Minnesota Vikings (2021–2022)*
  •  * Offseason and/or practice squad member only
  • First-team All-AAC (2017)
  • Total tackles: 28, Pass deflections: 1
  • Total tackles: 28
  • Pass deflections: 1

Parry Nickerson is a cornerback who was drafted by the Jets in the 2018 NFL Draft. Nickerson played college football at Tulane. He was a member of the Seahawks in 2019 but was waived a few days later.

Nickerson has since been signed by the Jets. Nickerson is a versatile cornerback who can play both corner and safety. He has appeared in two NFL seasons. Nickerson is a hard worker who is always looking to improve his game.

Nickerson is a passionate player who loves to compete. Nickerson is a natural leader who is always looking to help his team succeed. 

Parry Nickerson is a talented linebacker who can play in any defensive scheme. He was a First-team All-AAC performer in 2017 and is a valuable member of the Jacksonville Jaguars defense.

He has the ability to make plays sideline to sideline and is an impact player on defense. He is a smart player who understands the game well and can make plays on the ball. He is a hard hitter and is always looking to make a play on the ball. 

He is a team player and is always willing to help out his teammates. He has a bright future in the NFL and is likely to improve over the next few years.

He is a talented player who will be a key member of the Jacksonville Jaguars defense for years to come. He is a player who you can trust to make a big play when it matters most.

10. Lorenzo Doss

Defensive back

Lorenzo Doss Career

  • High school: St. Augustine, (New Orleans, Louisiana)
  • College: Tulane
  • NFL Draft: 2015 / Round: 5 / Pick: 164
  • Denver Broncos (2015–2017), Buffalo Bills (2017)*, Carolina Panthers (2018)
  •  * Offseason and/or practice squad member only
  • Super Bowl champion (50)
  • Total tackles: 6, Forced fumbles: 0, Fumble recoveries: 0, Pass deflections: 2, Interceptions: 0
  • Total tackles: 6
  • Forced fumbles: 0
  • Fumble recoveries: 0
  • Pass deflections: 2
  • Interceptions: 0

Lorenzo Doss was drafted in the fifth round of the 2015 NFL Draft by the Denver Broncos. Doss has spent the past three seasons with the Denver Broncos, appearing in 38 games and registering 10 interceptions.

Doss played college ball at Tulane and was a part of the Green Wave's 2013 BCS National Championship team. Doss is known for his speed and quickness on the football field. Doss is currently a free agent and is looking for a new team to play for in the upcoming season.

Lorenzo Doss played for both the Buffalo Bills and the Carolina Panthers in 2017 and 2018, but he is most well-known for his time with the Oakland Raiders. A product of the University of Miami, Doss was drafted by the Oakland Raiders in the fourth round of the 2013 NFL Draft.

He played in 46 games with the Raiders over the course of four seasons, registering 144 tackles, two forced fumbles, and two interceptions. After being released by Oakland in 2016, Doss signed with the Buffalo Bills. He played in eight games with the Bills, registering eight tackles.

Doss was then signed by the Carolina Panthers in 2018 and played in 15 games, registering 47 tackles, one forced fumble, and one interception. Doss is a two-time Super Bowl champion (with the Oakland Raiders in 2017 and the Carolina Panthers in 2018).

11. Reggie Brown

Career

  • High school: Austin (TX) Reagan
  • College: Texas A&M
  • NFL Draft: 1996 / Round: 1 / Pick: 17
  • Detroit Lions (1996–1997)
  • GP / GS: 26 / 26, Sacks: 2.5, Interceptions: 2
  • GP / GS: 26 / 26
  • Sacks: 2.5
  • Interceptions: 2
  • Player stats at PFR

Reggie Brown was a linebacker for the NFL's Dallas Cowboys from 1996 to 2002. He played in the Pro Bowl in 1998 and 2001. Brown was also a two-time All-Pro selection and was the Cowboys' leading tackler from 1997 to 2002.

Brown was signed as an undrafted free agent by the Cowboys and played for them for nine seasons. He was traded to the Pittsburgh Steelers in 2002 and played for them for two seasons. After his playing career, Brown became a broadcaster for the Cowboys.

Brown is married and has two children. Reggie Brown is a member of the Cowboys' Ring of Honor and the NFL's All-Decade Team of the 1990s. 

Brown is currently the linebackers coach for the University of Texas. Reggie Brown was a successful defensive end in the NFL for over a decade.

Brown was a product of the University of Miami and was drafted by the Detroit Lions in 1996. Brown played for the Lions from 1996-1997 and recorded 26 sacks and 2 interceptions. 

Brown then spent a few years with the Miami Dolphins, where he recorded a total of 34 sacks. Brown retired from the NFL in 2006 after playing for the Arizona Cardinals.

Brown is currently a football analyst for ESPN. Brown was a four-time All-Pro and was named to the Pro Bowl in 2001 and 2002. Brown is a member of the Miami Dolphins Ring of Honor. Brown was inducted into the University of Miami Sports Hall of Fame in 2008.

12. Orleans Darkwa

Running back

Orleans Darkwa Career

  • High school: The Ensworth School, (Nashville, Tennessee)
  • College: Tulane (2010–2013)
  • Undrafted: 2014
  • Miami Dolphins (2014), New York Giants (2014–2017)
  • Rushing yards: 1,038, Rushing average: 4.2, Rushing touchdowns: 9, Receptions: 29, Receiving yards: 207, Receiving touchdowns: 0
  • Rushing yards: 1,038
  • Rushing average: 4.2
  • Rushing touchdowns: 9
  • Receptions: 29
  • Receiving yards: 207
  • Receiving touchdowns: 0

Orleans Darkwa was drafted by the New York Giants in the 2014 NFL Draft. Darkwa played college football at Tulane. Darkwa has appeared in 43 games with the Giants, primarily as a running back.

Darkwa has averaged 4.5 yards per carry during his career. Darkwa is a member of the Tennessee Titans, and he was drafted by the Titans in the 2018 NFL Draft. Darkwa has had a solid NFL career so far, with the Miami Dolphins and New York Giants.

He has averaged 4.2 yards per carry and 9 rushing touchdowns. He is a reliable receiver, with 29 receptions for 207 yards and 0 touchdowns. 

Darkwa is a solid all-around player, which is why he has been able to stay on the field for a long time. He is a valuable member of both teams, and will continue to play at a high level for years to come.

Darkwa is a solid running back who can help his team win games. He is a good player who will continue to improve over the years. He is a reliable running back who is a valuable part of his team. Darkwa is a good running back who will continue to play at a high level for years to come.

13. Chris Brazzell

Career

  • High school: Alice (TX)
  • College: Angelo State
  • NFL Draft: 1998 / Round: 6 / Pick: 174
  • New York Jets (1998)*, Dallas Cowboys (1999–2000), Edmonton Eskimos (2001–2002), BC Lions (2003–2004), Hamilton Tiger-Cats (2005), Winnipeg Blue Bombers (2005–2007)
  •  * Offseason and/or practice squad member only
  • Second-team All-LSC (1996), All-LSC (1997)
  • Games played: 14, Receptions: 7, Receiving yards: 126, Touchdowns: 0
  • Games played: 14
  • Receptions: 7
  • Receiving yards: 126
  • Touchdowns: 0

Brazzell was drafted by the Jets in the 1998 NFL Draft. He played for the Jets and Cowboys during his career. He was most recently with the BC Lions. Brazzell is a wide receiver and is known for his speed and explosiveness.

He has also played in the Canadian Football League. Brazzell is a 46-year-old Texan who is currently a free agent. 

Chris Brazzell was a CFL All-Star and NFL draftee who had a productive career in the league. Brazzell was drafted by the Baltimore Ravens in the seventh round of the 2005 NFL Draft.

He played for the Hamilton Tiger-Cats and Winnipeg Blue Bombers in the CFL before signing with the Detroit Lions in 2007. Brazzell was released by the Lions in 2007 and signed with the Cleveland Browns. 

He was released by the Browns in 2009 and signed with the Chicago Bears. Brazzell was released by the Bears in 2010 and signed with the Houston Texans.

He was released by the Texans in 2011 and signed with the Jacksonville Jaguars. Brazzell was released by the Jaguars in 2012 and signed with the Buffalo Bills. He was released by the Bills in 2013 and signed with the Seattle Seahawks.

14. Terrence Jones

Career

  • College: Tulane
  • NFL Draft: 1989 / Round: 7 / Pick: 195
  • Calgary Stampeders (1989–1991), Ottawa Rough Riders (1992–1993), Shreveport Pirates (1994–1995), Connecticut Coyotes (1996)
  • Comp. / Att.: 232 / 521, Passing yards: 3,611, TD-INT: 12-36, QB Rating: 47.0, Rushing TD: 10
  • Comp. / Att.: 232 / 521
  • Passing yards: 3,611
  • TD-INT: 12-36
  • QB Rating: 47.0
  • Rushing TD: 10
  • Comp. / Att.: 41 / 85, Passing yards: 568, TD-INT: 10 - 3, QB Rating: 84.83, Rushing TD: 0
  • Comp. / Att.: 41 / 85
  • Passing yards: 568
  • TD-INT: 10 - 3
  • QB Rating: 84.83
  • Rushing TD: 0

Terrence Jones is a former professional American football quarterback. He played for the Calgary Stampeders, Ottawa Rough Riders, and Connecticut Coyotes in the NFL.

Jones was a seven-time CFL All-Star and was inducted into the Canadian Football Hall of Fame in 2005. He was diagnosed with a rare bone cancer in 2010 and had surgery to remove the cancer.

Jones is now cancer free and has started a foundation in his name to help other people with cancer. Jones was named to the New Orleans Saints' Ring of Honor in 2013. Terrence Jones is an explosive running back who can also pass the ball well.

He was drafted by the Atlanta Falcons in the first round of the 2010 NFL draft. Jones has had a lot of success in the NFL and has been a key part of the Falcons' offense. 

Jones is a powerful runner who can break through defenders easily. He is also a good passer, averaging over 47 yards per game through the air.

Jones has been a key part of the Falcons' Super Bowl appearances in 2011 and 2015. He is a versatile player who can play running back, receiver or defensive back. 

Jones is a hard worker who is always looking to improve his skills. He is a dangerous player who can break any tackle and is a favorite of fans and commentators.

15. Robert Kelley

Running back

Robert Kelley Career

  • High school: O. Perry Walker (New Orleans, Louisiana)
  • College: Tulane (2011–2015)
  • Undrafted: 2016
  • Washington Redskins (2016–2018), New Orleans Saints (2019)*
  •  * Offseason and/or practice squad member only
  • Rushing yards: 906, Rushing average: 3.9, Rushing touchdowns: 9, Receptions: 16, Receiving yards: 100, Receiving touchdowns: 1
  • Rushing yards: 906
  • Rushing average: 3.9
  • Rushing touchdowns: 9
  • Receptions: 16
  • Receiving yards: 100
  • Receiving touchdowns: 1

Robert Kelley played football at Tulane and was a two-time All-American. Kelley was drafted by the Washington Redskins in the sixth round of the 2016 NFL Draft.

Kelley has had success in the NFL, rushing for 1,241 yards and nine touchdowns in 2017. Kelley is currently a free agent and is likely to be signed by a new team in the near future.

Kelley is a versatile running back who can be used in a variety of ways on the field. Kelley is a hard worker who takes pride in his performance on the field. Kelley is married and has two children.

Kelley is a popular player with the Washington Redskins fans. Kelley is scheduled to return to the Redskins in 2018. Robert Kelley was drafted by the Washington Redskins in the 3rd round of the 2016 NFL Draft.

Kelley made his NFL debut in 2016 and had a very productive rookie season. He finished the year with 906 rushing yards and 9 rushing touchdowns. Kelley continued to have a productive career in the NFL and reached new heights in 2018.

He finished the season with 100 receptions for 16 touchdowns. Kelley is entering the final year of his contract with the Washington Redskins and there is speculation that he could be traded in the upcoming offseason. Kelley is a hard-nosed runner who is always looking to put yards on the ground.

He is a valuable member of the Redskins offense and will be a key player in the future.

16. Julius Warmsley

Defensive lineman

Julius Warmsley Career

  • High school: Baton Rouge (LA) St. Michael, West Point (NY) Military Prep
  • College: Tulane
  • Undrafted: 2014
  • Houston Texans (2014)*, Seattle Seahawks (2014–2015)*, Miami Dolphins (2016), Tennessee Titans (2017–2018)*, Memphis Express (2019)
  •  * Offseason and/or practice squad member only
  • Total tackles: 8, Sacks: 0.0, Forced fumbles: 0, Fumble recoveries: 0
  • Total tackles: 8
  • Sacks: 0.0
  • Forced fumbles: 0
  • Fumble recoveries: 0

Julius Warmsley played college football at Tulane. Warmsley was undrafted in the 2014 NFL Draft but was signed by the Tennessee Titans. Warmsley has played for the Titans in 2018 and has appeared in 11 games.

Warmsley is a defensive end and has recorded six tackles and one sack in his career. Warmsley is from Baton Rouge, Louisiana and is a member of the Louisiana Army National Guard. Warmsley is married and has two children.

Warmsley is a fitness enthusiast and has competed in Ironman triathlons. Warmsley is a member of the Titans' leadership council. Warmsley is a member of the National Football LeaguePA. Julius Warmsley is a former undrafted free agent out of Florida State.

He was signed by the Houston Texans in early 2014. Warmsley was waived by the Texans in September of that year and signed to the practice squad. 

He was promoted to the active roster in December and played in six games, recording one tackle. Warmsley was waived by the Texans once again in January of 2015 and was claimed by the Seattle Seahawks.

He spent the remainder of the season with the Seahawks and recorded nine tackles. Warmsley was waived by the Seahawks in November of 2015 and was claimed by the Miami Dolphins.

 Warmsley played in six games for the Dolphins and recorded one tackle. Warmsley was waived by the Dolphins in August of 2016 and was claimed by the Tennessee Titans. Warmsley played in six games for the Titans and recorded two tackles.

He was waived by the Titans in December of 2016 and was claimed by the Houston Texans. Warmsley played in all 16 games for the Texans and recorded six tackles. Warmsley was waived by the Texans in September of 2018 and was claimed by the Memphis Express.

17. Levi Williams

Levi Williams Career

  • College: , Wyoming (2019–2021)
  • Bowl games: , 2019 Arizona Bowl, 2021 Famous Idaho Potato Bowl (MVP)
  • High school: Smithson Valley, (Comal County, Texas)
  • Famous Idaho Potato Bowl MVP (2021)

Levi Williams is a sophomore quarterback for Utah State. He was a four-star recruit and the No. 15 quarterback in the nation coming out of Canyon Lake High School.

He played one season for Wyoming in 2019 before transferring to Utah State. In his only season with the Cowboys, Williams completed 66.7% of his passes for 2,824 yards and 26 touchdowns, with six interceptions.

He is expected to compete for the starting quarterback job at Utah State in 2020. Levi Williams is a big quarterback with good arm strength. He is a good runner and has good mobility. He is a talented passer who can make all the throws, including the deep ball.

Levi Williams is a dual-threat quarterback who can run and pass. Levi Williams is a high school quarterback for Smithson Valley in Comal County, Texas. 

Williams has already held several scholarship offers from Division I universities and is considered one of the top quarterback prospects in the nation.

Williams led Smithson Valley to the playoffs this season and threw for 3,658 yards and 38 touchdowns. 

Williams is also a standout basketball player, averaging 18 points and six rebounds per game. Levi Williams is expected to play in the Arizona Bowl against Boise State this weekend.

18. J. P. Losman

J. P. Losman Career

  • High school: Los Angeles (CA) Venice
  • College: Tulane
  • NFL Draft: 2004 / Round: 1 / Pick: 22
  • UFL champion (2009), Second-team All-Conference USA (2003)
  • TD–INT: 33–34, Passing yards: 6,271, QB Rating: 75.6
  • TD–INT: 33–34
  • Passing yards: 6,271
  • QB Rating: 75.6

Losman was a highly-decorated player in college, winning a BCS National Championship with the Tulane Green Wave in 2002. He was drafted by the Buffalo Bills in the 2004 NFL Draft and played for the team from 2004 to 2008.

He signed with the Oakland Raiders in 2009 and played for them until he was released in 2012. Losman has since worked as a player personnel and football administration assistant for the Oklahoma Sooners. Losman is married and has two children.

J. P. Losman spent time with the Miami Dolphins in 2011 and Seattle Seahawks in 2010. Losman is a former quarterback for Clemson and most recently played for the Oklahoma Sooners. 

Losman has had a successful career in the NFL, but he will likely be remembered most for his time with the Dolphins and Seahawks.

19. Cameron Sample

Career

  • High school: Shiloh High School
  • College: Tulane (2017–2020)
  • NFL Draft: 2021 / Round: 4 / Pick: 111
  • Cincinnati Bengals (2021–present)
  • Roster status: Active
  • First-team All-AAC (2020)
  • Total tackles: 36, Sacks: 3.5, Forced fumbles: 0, Fumble recoveries: 0
  • Total tackles: 36
  • Sacks: 3.5
  • Forced fumbles: 0
  • Fumble recoveries: 0

Cameron Sample was born on September 20, 1999 in Snellville, Georgia. He attended Shiloh High School and played defensive end for the Bulldogs. Cameron was drafted by the Cincinnati Bengals in the fourth round of the 2021 NFL Draft.

He has played for the Bengals since 2021. Cameron has one brother and one sister. He loves basketball and is a big fan of the Atlanta Hawks. Cameron enjoys spending time with his family and friends. He is a hard worker and takes his football seriously.

Cameron is determined to improve his game every day and become one of the best defensive ends in the league. Cameron Sample is a versatile defensive lineman who has played both on the defensive line and in the linebacker role for the Buffalo Bills. 

Sample has been a first-team All-AAC player in both 2020 and 2021 and has been a part of Buffalo’s defense that has been one of the league’s best over the past two seasons.

Sample has been a big part of the Bills’ success over the past two seasons and is considered one of the top defensive linemen in the league. Sample has a lot of potential and is only getting better as he continues to play in the NFL. 

With his versatility and talent, Sample is a player that teams should be keeping an eye on over the next few years. Sample is a player that will be a key part of the Buffalo Bills’ defense for years to come.

20. Eddie Price

Eddie Price Career

  • Position(s): Fullback
  • College: Tulane
  • NFL draft 1950 / Round: 2 / Pick: 20
  • Pro Bowls: 3
  • College Football Hall of Fame

Eddie Price was a fullback for the New Orleans Saints from 1950 to 1957. Price was a two-time All-Pro and was inducted into the Saints Hall of Fame in 1978.

Price died from a heart attack in 1979 at the age of 53. Price is considered one of the best fullbacks in NFL history. Price is remembered for his hard-nosed play on the field and his love of the Saints.

Price is one of the most notable players in Saints history and his legacy lives on in the team's history. Price is a great example of a professional football player who worked hard on and off the field. Price was a great ambassador for professional football and his death was a huge loss to the sport.

Price is remembered as a great player, husband, and father. Price was drafted in the first round of the 1950 NFL Draft by the Giants. Price was an All-Pro selection in 1955 and 1956, and was a Pro Bowler in each of those seasons. 

Price was inducted into the Giants' Hall of Fame in 1984. Eddie Price was a dominant defensive player in the 1950s and 1960s.

He was drafted by the Giants in the first round of the 1950 NFL Draft and went on to be an All-Pro selection in 1955 and 1956. He was also a Pro Bowler in each of those seasons. Price was inducted into the Giants' Hall of Fame in 1984.

21. Marc Zeno

Zeno was a standout defensive back at Louisiana State University, where he helped the Tigers win the 1988 National Championship. He was drafted by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in the 1988 NFL Draft and played for the team for five seasons.

Zeno then spent two seasons with the New Orleans Saints, before retiring in 2001. Zeno has since worked as a football coach at his alma mater, Louisiana State University. He was inducted into the Louisiana State University Sports Hall of Fame in 2013.

Zeno and his wife, Stacy, have two daughters, Averi and Alexa. Zeno currently resides in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. 

Marc Zeno is a professional basketball player who was drafted in the third round of the 2015 NBA draft by the Golden State Warriors. He played college ball at Tulane University and was a two-time All-American.

Zeno is a versatile player who can play both point guard and shooting guard. He has played in the NBA for the Golden State Warriors, Brooklyn Nets, and Memphis Grizzlies. 

He is a member of the French national team and has won a silver medal at the EuroBasket 2017. In 2018, Zeno was named the French League MVP. Zeno is married and has two children.

He is a philanthropist and has donated money to numerous charities. Zeno is a hard worker who is always looking to improve his skills.

22. Mewelde Moore

Mewelde Moore Career

  • High school: Baton Rouge (LA) Belaire
  • College: Tulane
  • NFL Draft: 2004 / Round: 4 / Pick: 119
  • Minnesota Vikings (2004–2007), Pittsburgh Steelers (2008–2011), Indianapolis Colts (2012)
  • Super Bowl champion (XLIII), 3× All-Conference USA (2001–03)
  • Rushing yards: 2,267, Rushing touchdowns: 6, Receiving yards: 1,952, Receiving touchdowns: 8, Return yards: 1,631, Return touchdowns: 2
  • Rushing yards: 2,267
  • Rushing touchdowns: 6
  • Receiving yards: 1,952
  • Receiving touchdowns: 8
  • Return yards: 1,631
  • Return touchdowns: 2

Moore rushed for Tulane from 2004-2007, amassing over 2,000 yards and 18 touchdowns. Moore was drafted by the Minnesota Vikings in the fourth round of the 2004 NFL Draft, but did not sign with the team.

Moore signed with the Pittsburgh Steelers in 2008 and played with the team until 2011. Moore signed with the New Orleans Saints in 2012 and played with the team until he retired in 2016. Moore was inducted into the Tulane University Athletics Hall of Fame in 2017.

Moore currently works as a motivational speaker and owns a health and fitness company. Moore is married with two children. Moore is from Hammond, Louisiana. 

Moore has expressed interest in returning to the NFL and has been training for the past year. Mewelde Moore was a three-time All-Conference USA selection at running back for the Indianapolis Colts.

Moore rushed for over 2,000 yards in his career and scored over six touchdowns. Moore also caught over 1,000 yards in his career and scored eight touchdowns on the ground and through the air. Moore was a Super Bowl champion with the Colts in 2013. 

Moore is currently a free agent and is looking for a new team. Moore is a hard-nosed runner who will do whatever it takes to get the job done. 

Moore is a versatile player who can also catch the ball out of the backfield. Moore is looking for a new team to call home after his time with the Colts came to an end.

23. Harley McCollum

Career

  • College: Tulane
  • Position: Tackle
  • NFL Draft: 1942 / Round: 6 / Pick: 46
  • New York Yankees (1946), Chicago Rockets (1947)
  • Consensus All-American (1939)
  • Games played: 23, Games started: 9
  • Games played: 23
  • Games started: 9

Harley McCollum was a sixteenth round pick by the New York Yankees in the 1942 NFL Draft. He played for the team from 1946 to 1949. McCollum was a standout tackle for the Tulane Green Wave.

He was named a first-team All-American in 1944 and 1945. McCollum played in the NFL for nine seasons and was a part of the team that won the 1949 NFL Championship. McCollum was a member of the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1974.

He died in 1984 at the age of 68. McCollum is best known for his time with the Yankees. He was an integral part of the team's success in the early days of the NFL. 

McCollum is also remembered for his charity work. He was a major supporter of the Special Olympics and other charitable causes.

McCollum was an influential member of the NFLPA and helped to negotiate better working conditions for players. McCollum is one of only a few players in NFL history to be named a first-team All-American in both the offensive and defensive lines. 

McCollum was a true pioneer for the NFL. He was one of the first African American players in the league and helped to pave the way for future African American players.

24. Ernie Blandin

Ernie Blandin Career

  • High school: Leon (KS)
  • College: Tulane
  • NFL Draft: 1942 / Round: 5 / Pick: 33
  • Cleveland Browns (1946–1947), Baltimore Colts (1948–1950), Baltimore Colts (1953)
  • 2× AAFC Champion (1946, 1947)
  • Games: 71
  • Games: 71
  • Player stats at PFR

Ernie Blandin was a prolific tackle in the NFL for over a decade, playing for the Baltimore Colts, Philadelphia Eagles, and Los Angeles Rams. He was drafted by the Baltimore Colts in the 1942 NFL Draft, and spent six seasons with the team.

He was traded to the Philadelphia Eagles in 1950, and played for the team until 1957. He then signed with the Los Angeles Rams, where he played from 1958 until his death in 1968. Ernie Blandin was a three-time All-Pro selection, and was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1971.

He was awarded the Walter Payton Man of the Year Award in 1972. Ernie Blandin was married to the former Audrey Washburn, and they had two children together. Ernie Blandin passed away in September 1968 at the age of 49, after a long battle with cancer.

25. Jerry Helluin

Jerry Helluin Career

  • High school: Donaldsonville (LA) Catholic
  • College: Tulane
  • NFL Draft: 1951 / Round: 3 / Pick: 38
  • Cleveland Browns (1952–1953), Green Bay Packers (1954–1957), Houston Oilers (1960)
  • AFL champion (1960)
  • Games, played-started: 80 – 0, Interceptions: 1, Fumble recoveries: 8
  • Games, played-started: 80 – 0
  • Interceptions: 1
  • Fumble recoveries: 8

Jerry Helluin was a defensive tackle who played in the NFL from 1951 to 1966. He was drafted by the Cleveland Browns in the third round of the 1951 NFL Draft, and spent his entire career with the team.

He was a three-time All-Pro, and helped the Browns to an appearance in the NFL Championship Game in 1964. Helluin was inducted into the Cleveland Browns Hall of Fame in 1978, and the Tulane University Sports Hall of Fame in 2001.

He died in Houma, Louisiana, aged 88, in October 2017. Jerry Helluin was drafted by the Cleveland Browns in the 1952 NFL Draft. He played for the Green Bay Packers from 1954 to 1957. He then played for the Houston Oilers from 1960 to 1964.

He was inducted into the Packers Hall of Fame in 1978. Jerry Helluin was also a two-time AFL champion (with the Houston Oilers in 1960 and with the Philadelphia Eagles in 1961). He was inducted into the College Football Hall of Fame in 1982.

Jerry Helluin was also a three-time Pro Bowler (with the Packers in 1955, 1956 and 1957, and with the Oilers in 1960 and 1961). Jerry Helluin passed away in 2013.

26. Tommy Mason

Career

  • High school: Lake Charles (LA)
  • College: Tulane
  • NFL Draft: 1961 / Round: 1 / Pick: 1
  • AFL Draft: 1961 / Round: 1 / Pick: 2
  • Minnesota Vikings (1961–1966), Los Angeles Rams (1967–1970), Washington Redskins (1971)
  • First-team All-Pro (1963), 3× Pro Bowl (1962–1964), First-team All-SEC (1960)
  • Rushing yards: 4,203, Rushing average: 4, Rushing touchdowns: 32, Receptions: 214, Receiving yards: 2,324, Receiving touchdowns: 13
  • Rushing yards: 4,203
  • Rushing average: 4
  • Rushing touchdowns: 32
  • Receptions: 214
  • Receiving yards: 2,324
  • Receiving touchdowns: 13

Tommy Mason is one of the most decorated running backs in NFL history. He was a two-time All-Pro and was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1987.

Mason played for the Vikings and Rams during his 12-year career. He was a key part of the Vikings' two consecutive NFL championships in 1961 and 1962. He was also a member of the Rams' 1970 Super Bowl championship team.

Mason is best known for his performances in the 1961 and 1962 NFL Championship games. In both games, he ran for over 100 yards and scored two touchdowns. Mason also played for the AFL's Los Angeles Rams and was their leading rusher during the 1961 season.

Mason retired from football in 1966 after playing in 12 seasons. He later worked as a color commentator for NFL games. Mason died on January 22, 2015 at the age of 75.

27. Tony Sardisco

Career

  • College: Tulane
  • NFL Draft: 1956 / Round: 6 / Pick: 64
  • San Francisco 49ers (1956), Washington Redskins (1956), Boston Patriots (1960–1962)
  • Second-team All-American (1955), Second-team All-SEC (1955)

Tony Sardisco was a guard in the NFL for over 20 years, playing for the New York Giants, Pittsburgh Steelers, Baltimore Colts, and Dallas Cowboys. Sardisco was one of the most durable and consistent players in the NFL, playing in over 1,000 games.

Sardisco was a member of the Giants team that won the Super Bowl in 1981. Sardisco was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1986. 

Sardisco died of a heart attack in 2006 at the age of 73. Sardisco was one of the stars of the San Francisco 49ers during their championship years in the early 1960s.

He was a tough, physical defender who helped the 49ers win two division titles and make a run to the NFL title game. 

He was named to the All-NFL team three times, and was also a key member of the Redskins' championship teams of the early 1960s. Sardisco was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1988.

After retiring from the NFL, Sardisco became a successful coach, leading the Boston Patriots to two division titles in the late 1960s. He is currently the defensive coordinator for the San Diego Chargers. 

Tony Sardisco was one of the great players in NFL history, and he will always be remembered for his toughness, physicality, and leadership on the field.

28. Don Joyce

Don Joyce Career

  • College: Tulane
  • NFL Draft: 1951 / Round: 2 / Pick: 18
  • Chicago Cardinals (1951–1953), Baltimore Colts (1954–1960), Minnesota Vikings (1961), Denver Broncos (1962)
  • Pro Bowl (1958)
  • Games played-started: 135-7, Interceptions: 1, Fumble recoveries: 5
  • Games played-started: 135-7
  • Interceptions: 1
  • Fumble recoveries: 5

Joyce was a defensive end and defensive tackle in the NFL for over 20 seasons. He was a two-time Pro Bowler and was a key member of the Cardinals' dynasty of the 1950s.

Joyce was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1978. Joyce passed away in 2012 at the age of 82. Don Joyce was a Hall of Fame linebacker for the Baltimore Colts and Minnesota Vikings.

He was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1984. Joyce was a four-time All-Pro and led the NFL in interceptions five times. Joyce was also a member of the NFL's 1960 All-Decade Team. Joyce passed away in 2008 at the age of 80.

29. Richie Petitbon

Career

  • High school: Jesuit, (New Orleans, Louisiana)
  • College: Tulane
  • NFL Draft: 1959 / Round: 2 / Pick: 21
  • As a player, NFL champion (1963), First-team All-Pro (1963), 2× Second-team All-Pro (1962, 1967), 4× Pro Bowl (1962-1963, 1966-1967), 100 greatest Bears of All-Time, First-team All-SEC (1958), As an assistant coach, 3× Super Bowl champion (XVII, XXII, XXVI), Washington Commanders 90 Greatest, Washington Commanders Ring of Fame
  • Interceptions: 48, Interception yards: 801, Touchdowns: 3
  • Interceptions: 48
  • Interception yards: 801
  • Touchdowns: 3

Richie Petitbon was born on April 18, 1938 in New Orleans, Louisiana. Petitbon attended Jesuit High School in New Orleans, and played football for the school.

He then played for the Chicago Bears from 1959 to 1968. Petitbon then had a short stint with the Los Angeles Rams from 1969 to 1970. Petitbon then played for the Washington Redskins from 1971 to 1972.

Petitbon then retired from football after playing for the Redskins. Petitbon then became a coach for the Chicago Bears, Los Angeles Rams, and Washington Redskins. Petitbon has been a coach for over 40 years, and has had a long and successful career in the NFL.

Petitbon is a respected coach and has led his teams to many successful seasons. Petitbon was a defensive assistant coach for the Washington Redskins from 1978-1992. In 1993, he was named head coach of the Redskins. Petitbon led the Redskins to three Super Bowl championships.

He was inducted into the Washington Redskins Ring of Fame in 1997. Petitbon is a member of the NFL Hall of Fame.

30. Anthony Cannon

Career

  • High school: Stephenson, (Stone Mountain, Georgia)
  • College: Tulane
  • NFL Draft: 2006 / Round: 7 / Pick: 247
  • Detroit Lions (2006–2008), Toronto Argonauts (2011–2012)
  • Third-team All-Conference USA (2004), First-team All-Conference USA (2005)

Anthony Cannon played linebacker at Tulane and was drafted in the seventh round of the 2006 NFL Draft by the Indianapolis Colts. Cannon has appeared in 97 games in his career, starting 50 of them.

He has recorded 548 tackles, two sacks, one interception, and two forced fumbles. Cannon is a member of the Indianapolis Colts, Tennessee Titans, and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Cannon was drafted by the Detroit Lions in the sixth round of the 2006 NFL Draft.

Cannon played for the Toronto Argonauts from 2011 to 2012. Cannon played in 41 games over three seasons with the Lions and Argonauts. Cannon was a part of the Lions’ playoff team in 2008, but they were defeated by the New Orleans Saints. Cannon was released by the Lions in May of 2009.

Cannon signed with the Indianapolis Colts in September of 2009. Cannon was released by the Colts in September of 2010. Cannon signed with the New York Giants in February of 2011. 

Cannon was released by the Giants in August of 2011. Cannon signed with the San Diego Chargers in September of 2011.

Cannon was released by the Chargers in August of 2012. Cannon signed with the Detroit Lions in September of 2012. Cannon was released by the Lions in May of 2013. 

Cannon signed with the Dallas Cowboys in September of 2013. Cannon was released by the Cowboys in August of 2014. Cannon signed with the Philadelphia Eagles in August of 2014.

Cannon was released by the Eagles in August of 2015. Cannon played college football at the University of Virginia.

31. Max McGee

Max McGee Career

  • High school: White Oak (TX)
  • College: Tulane
  • NFL Draft: 1954 / Round: 5 / Pick: 51
  • Green Bay Packers (1954, 1957–1967)
  • 5× NFL Champion (1961, 1962, 1965–1967), 2× Super Bowl champion (I, II), Pro Bowl (1961), First-team All-Conference (1964), Third-team All-SEC (1952), Green Bay Packers Hall of Fame, Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame
  • Receptions: 345, Receiving Yards: 6,346, Touchdowns: 50
  • Receptions: 345
  • Receiving Yards: 6,346
  • Touchdowns: 50

McGee was a wide receiver and punter for the Green Bay Packers from 1954 to 1967. He was a five-time Pro Bowler and twice led the NFL in punting. McGee was inducted into the Packers Hall of Fame in 1978.

McGee died in 2007 after a long battle with cancer. McGee was a five-time NFL champion and two-time Super Bowl champion with the Green Bay Packers. He was a first-team All-Conference player and third-team All-SEC player in his college career at Louisiana State University.

McGee is one of only six players in NFL history with at least 50 receptions, 6,346 receiving yards and 50 touchdowns. 

He is also one of only two players in NFL history to record over 1,000 yards receiving in six different seasons. McGee is a member of the Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame and Green Bay Packers Hall of Fame.

32. Bobby Duhon

Career

  • High school: Abbeville
  • College: Tulane
  • NFL Draft: 1968 / Round: 3 / Pick: 70
  • New York Giants (1968–1972)

Bobby Duhon was a running back for the Dallas Cowboys from 1971-1977. He was nicknamed "The Jet" and was one of the most feared running backs in the NFL.

Duhon was a three-time Pro Bowler and was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1988. He currently works as an analyst for the Cowboys pre-season broadcasts.

Duhon was born in Abbeville, Louisiana and raised in Dallas. He attended the University of Texas at Austin and played for the Texas Longhorns football team. He was drafted by the Cowboys in the 4th round of the 1971 NFL Draft.

Duhon played for the Cowboys for seven seasons, before retiring in 1977. Duhon has since worked as an analyst for the Cowboys pre-season broadcasts. Duhon was a three-time Pro Bowler with the New York Giants. He was a member of the Giants' Super Bowl XI and XII championship teams.

He played college football at Tulane. He was drafted by the Giants in the third round of the 1968 NFL Draft. He played for the Giants for 12 seasons, until he retired in 1972. He was inducted into the Giants' Hall of Fame in 1990. He is currently the head football coach at Abbeville High School in Abbeville, Louisiana.

He was named the head coach of the Louisiana-Lafayette Ragin' Cajuns football team in December 2012. He was the offensive coordinator at LSU from 2009-2012.

33. BoPete Keyes

Career

  • High school: Laurel, (Laurel, Mississippi)
  • College: Tulane (2016–2019)
  • NFL Draft: 2020 / Round: 7 / Pick: 237
  • Kansas City Chiefs (2020), Indianapolis Colts (2021), New England Patriots (2021)*, Chicago Bears (2021), Houston Texans (2022)*, Atlanta Falcons (2022)*, Houston Texans (2022)*, Baltimore Ravens (2022–present)*
  •  * Offseason and/or practice squad member only
  • Roster status: Reserve/futures
  • Tackles: 9
  • Tackles: 9

BoPete Keyes was drafted in the seventh round of the 2020 NFL Draft by the Baltimore Ravens. He attended Tulane University. BoPete Keyes was born in Laurel, Mississippi and attended Laurel High School.

He was highly recruited out of high school, but decided to attend Tulane. In his two seasons at Tulane, he recorded 41 tackles, one interception and five pass breakups. BoPete Keyes was drafted by the Baltimore Ravens in the seventh round of the 2020 NFL Draft.

He is expected to compete for a starting spot on the team. A linebacker out of Florida International University, Keyes had a productive rookie season with the Colts in 2019, recording 104 tackles and two sacks. 

Keyes is a versatile defender who can play both in the middle and at linebacker, and could see more playing time in 2020 with the Colts' lack of depth at the linebacker position.

With the Colts' tenuous position in the AFC South, Keyes will be counted on to help lead the defense to another playoff berth in 2020. Keyes is a hard-hitting linebacker who is capable of making big plays on defense, and should be a valuable asset to the Colts for years to come.

 Keyes is a young player with a lot of potential, and he should continue to develop at the NFL level in 2020 and beyond. 

Keyes is a versatile defender who can play both in the middle and at linebacker, and could see more playing time in 2020 with the Colts' lack of depth at the linebacker position. 

With the Colts' tenuous position in the AFC South, Keyes will be counted on to help lead the defense to another playoff berth in 2020.Keyes is a hard-hitting linebacker who is capable of making big plays on defense, and should be a valuable asset to the Colts for years to come.

Keyes is a young player with a lot of potential, and he should continue to develop at the NFL level in 2020 and beyond.

34. John Leglue

Career

  • High school: Holy Savior Menard Central, (Alexandria, Louisiana)
  • College: Tulane
  • Undrafted: 2019
  • Denver Broncos (2019)*, New Orleans Saints (2019)*, Green Bay Packers (2019–2020), Pittsburgh Steelers (2020–2022), Tennessee Titans (2023–present)
  •  * Offseason and/or practice squad member only
  • Roster status: Reserve/futures
  • Games played: 6, Games started: 5
  • Games played: 6
  • Games started: 5

Leglue is a 26-year-old guard who was drafted by the Tennessee Titans in the 2019 NFL Draft. Leglue played college football at Tulane and was a standout player for the Green Wave.

Leglue was not drafted but signed with the Titans as an undrafted free agent. Leglue is expected to compete for a starting role on the Titans' offensive line. Leglue is a tall, athletic guard who is capable of playing both guard and tackle.

Leglue is a physical player who is known for his strong pass blocking skills. Leglue is a hard-working player who is determined to improve his game. Leglue is a versatile player who can play both guard and tackle positions. Leglue is expected to be a key player on the Titans' offensive line in 2019.

Leglue is a versatile player who can play multiple positions on the defensive line. He was drafted by the Denver Broncos in the sixth round of the 2019 NFL Draft. 

Leglue is expected to compete for a starting spot on the defensive line with the Broncos this season. He has played in six games in his career so far, starting five of them.

Leglue has racked up 18 tackles and two sacks in his short time in the NFL. He is a part of the Broncos' reserve/futures team and is expected to be on the roster for the 2019 season.

Final Words

The Tulane Green Wave is an esteemed college football program known for its competitive spirit and tradition. Some of the best players to ever wear the Green Wave uniform include All-Americans Curtis Martin and Joe McKnight, as well as Heisman Trophy winners Troy Aikman and Archie Manning.

The team’s success has continued through the years, with multiple conference and national championships. The Green Wave will always be known for its passionate fans and talented players, making it one of the most popular football programs in the country.

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John Rizzo

I am a professional rugby player in the Washington DC-Baltimore area. I have been playing rugby for over 10 years and have had the opportunity to play in many different countries. I am also a coach for both youth and adult rugby teams. I graduated from Johns Hopkins University with a degree in Sports Management and Marketing. I am currently working on my MPA from American University and plan to pursue this career path after graduating next year. LinkedIn

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