It’s officially that time of year when college football players have the opportunity to hear their names called to be members of an NFL franchise.
The 2025 NFL Draft has kicked off from Lambeau Field in Green Bay, Wisconsin, and a plethora of athletes from the Magnolia State are expected to be afforded the chance to showcase their talents at the next level. For those unfamiliar with Mississippi’s presence in professional football, the state ranks No. 4 in producing NFL players per capita.
Various colleges and universities in Mississippi are also a hotbed for turning promising athletes into bona fide pros. The list includes Walter Payton, Jerry Rice, Brett Favre, Archie Manning, Eli Manning, Ray Guy, and a multitude of others who have either passed away or hung up the cleats. Current stars from the Magnolia State include Dak Prescott, A.J. Brown, Jeffery Simmons, D.K. Metcalf, Chris Jones, and Laremy Tunsil, among plenty of other professional standouts.
Now, a new wave of Mississippians or players affiliated with the state will look to join the ranks of other superb football stars who have shone in the NFL. Follow along to see where Mississippi-based prospects landed in this year’s draft:
