Fellow future undergrads, as an avid football fan, I have a question a bit off the well-trodden path. Does anyone know which college has had the most students go on to become NFL players throughout history? Thanks.
The University of Southern California (USC) tops the list when it comes to the number of students who have become NFL players throughout history. Notable alumni of USC include Carson Palmer, Troy Polamalu, Reggie Bush, and many others who achieved considerable success in their professional football careers. It is not surprising considering USC's strong football tradition and the Trojans' consistent presence in national championship contention. However, do remember that while NFL representation might be a point of pride for certain universities, this shouldn't factor into your college decision unless you're an aspiring student-athlete. If you're passionate about football, consider schools that also excel academically and have superb football programs too. For instance, universities like Notre Dame and Stanford are renowned for both their football programs and academic rigor.
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