Alabama’s Mark Ingram II knows something about rivalries; he played in the Iron Bowl for goodness’ sake. So, as one of the former NFL players announcing picks during Day 2 of the 2026 NFL draft in Pittsburgh,

Could this year’s Alabama football team be the return of the program to the top of the college football landscape? The legends are returning to Tuscaloosa (Ala.) in a major way to assist Kalen DeBoer.

From the Texas Longhorns’ Hall of Fame icons to Alabama’s dynasty of first-team All-Pros, powerhouse programs have left an enduring stamp on NFL history. These schools have produced MVPs, champions, and record-setters whose influence spans generations.