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Detroit Lions defensive end Isaiah Buggs (96) walks off the field after recovering the fumble from Denver Broncos quarterback Russell Wilson (3) during the first half at Ford Field in Detroit on Saturday, Dec. 16, 2023.

Former Alabama Defensive Lineman Isaiah Buggs Sentenced To Hard Labor On Animal Cruelty Convictions

The NFL defender is prohibited from owning dogs or cats or firearms.

Joe Gaither
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Detroit Lions defensive end Isaiah Buggs (96) walks off the field after recovering the fumble from Denver Broncos quarterback Russell Wilson (3) during the first half at Ford Field in Detroit on Saturday, Dec. 16, 2023.
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Former Alabama Defensive Lineman Isaiah Buggs Sentenced To Hard Labor On Animal Cruelty Convictions

The NFL defender is prohibited from owning dogs or cats or firearms.

Joe Gaither
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Jan 9, 2022; Miami Gardens, Florida, USA; Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (1) reacts with
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Report: Former Alabama Standout Tua Tagovailoa Signs Contract Extension with Dolphins

The Crimson Tide product had been in negotiations for a new deal for quite some time.

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Jan 11, 2016; Glendale, AZ, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide running back Derrick Henry (2) runs for a 50 yard touchdown during the first quarter against the Clemson Tigers in the 2016 CFP National Championship at University of Phoenix Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports
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Crimson Tide Legend Derrick Henry Named Top 50 NFL Player of 2024

The 2015 Heisman Trophy-winning running back signed with the Baltimore Ravens this offseason after eight stellar years and four Pro Bowl appearances with the Tennessee Titans.

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Feb 4, 2023; Paradise, NV, USA; AFC cornerback Patrick Surtain II of the Denver Broncos (2) during Pro Bowl Games practice at Allegiant Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports
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Two Crimson Tide Products Listed in Fourth Chapter of 'Top 100 NFL Players'

Two of Nick Saban's greatest defensive players earn spots in Thursday's reveal of the NFL's best.

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East Rutherford, NJ August 26, 2023 -- Quinnen Williams of the Jets reacts to a sack in the first half. The NY Jets against the NY Giants on August 26, 2023 at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, NJ, as the rivals play their final preseason game before the start of the NFL season.
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Bama in the NFL: Active Crimson Tide Players by Team, Position

How many former Alabama Crimson Tide players are in the NFL? The number changes on a regular basis, and for years BamaCentral kept with the Ultimate Bama in the NFL Database:

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Sep 25, 2022; Landover, Maryland, USA; Washington Commanders defensive tackle Daron Payne (94) celebrates with Commanders defensive tackle Jonathan Allen (93) after a safety against the Philadelphia Eagles at FedExField.
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Bama in the NFL: Contracts, Salaries and Status of Former Crimson Tide Players

The Ultimate Bama in the NFL database includes a status breakdown for every former Crimson Tide player in the league.

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Jan 15, 1987; Los Angeles, CA; USA; Green Bay Packers quarterback (15) Bart Starr in action during Super Bowl I at the Los Angeles Coliseum against the Kansas City Chiefs. The Packers defeated the Chiefs 35-10 to win the first Super Bowl Title. Starr was 16-23 for 250 yards and 2 touchdowns and was named the games most valuable player.
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Bama in the NFL: All-Time Crimson Tide Players

The most complete listing of all-time Alabama Crimson Tide Football Players in the NFL, alphabetically and by team.

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Alabama Crimson Tide cornerback Terrion Arnold was announced as the 24th pick in the 2024 NFL Draft  by the host Detroit Lions  on April 25, 2024.
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Bama in the NFL: All-Time Crimson Tide Draft Selections

A complete listing of Alabama players selected, dating back to the first NFL draft in 1936, plus AFL, expansion and supplemental selections, and by round and position.

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Miami Dolphins wide receiver Jaylen Waddle (17) flips the ball in the air as he scores a touchdown against the New England Patriots during the second half of an NFL game at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Oct. 29, 2023.
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Two Former Alabama Standouts Listed in Third Installment of 'Top 100 NFL Players'

Two elite Crimson Tide wide receivers earn spots in Wednesday's reveal of the NFL's best.

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Jan 1, 2023; Landover, Maryland, USA; Cleveland Browns wide receiver Amari Cooper (2) scores a touchdown  against the Washington Commanders during the second half at FedExField. Mandatory Credit: Brad Mills-USA TODAY Sports
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Report: Crimson Tide Product Amari Cooper Agrees to Restructured Contract with Browns

Former Alabama standout wide receiver Amari Cooper had been looking for a new deal with Cleveland for quite some time.

Hunter De Siver
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Jun 4, 2024; Charlotte, NC, USA;  Carolina Panthers quarterback Bryce Young (9) throws during OTAs. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-USA TODAY Sports
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Bryce Young Receiving Advice from Auburn 2010 Heisman Trophy Winner Cam Newton

The Iron Bowl rivalry isn't disrupting two college football greats from creating potential future NFL success.

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Sep 10, 2023; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA;  Pittsburgh Steelers safety Minkah Fitzpatrick (39) reacts as he takes the field to play the San Francisco 49ers at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports
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Minkah Fitzpatrick Included in Second Installment of 'Top 100 NFL Players of 2024'

The four-time Pro Bowl Pittsburgh Steelers safety is the second former Alabama standout to be featured on this year's Top 100 list.

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Dec 25, 2023; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver DeVonta Smith (6) in action against the New York Giants during the second quarter at Lincoln Financial Field. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-USA TODAY Sports
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DeVonta Smith Lands Spot in First Installment of 'Top 100 NFL Players of 2024' List

This is Smith's second time in his young three-year career that he's made the elite group as he was named the league's 100th-best player in 2023.

Hunter De Siver
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Jan 11, 2016; Glendale, AZ, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide running back Kenyan Drake (17) gets past Clemson Tigers safety T.J. Green (15) to score a touchdown on a kick return during the fourth quarter in the 2016 CFP National Championship at University of Phoenix Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports
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Report: Crimson Tide Product Kenyan Drake Retiring from NFL

Former Alabama standout running back Kenyan Drake announced his retirement from the NFL on Friday via his Instagram.

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Dec 17, 2023; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Chicago Bears safety Eddie Jackson (4) catches the ball during warm ups before the game against the Cleveland Browns at Cleveland Browns Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Scott Galvin-USA TODAY Sports
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Report: Former Alabama Standout Eddie Jackson Signing with Ravens

Jackson becomes the fourth former Alabama standout on the Ravens roster, as he joins 2015 Heisman Trophy-winning running back Derrick Henry, cornerback Jalyn Armour-Davis and rookie offensive guard Darrian Dalcourt.

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Tennessee Titans running back Derrick Henry (22) shares a laugh with Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Julio Jones (85) after a joint training camp practice at Ascension Saint Thomas Sports Park Thursday, Aug. 18, 2022, in Nashville, Tenn.
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How Many Billions Have Nick Saban's Crimson Tide Players Made in the NFL?

The Saban 250, Bonus: BamaCentral marks the end of the Nick Saban coaching era with the definitive rankings of his top 250 players with the Alabama Crimson Tide.

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Jun 11, 2024; Green Bay, WI, USA; Green Bay Packers running back Josh Jacobs (8) carries during minicamp. Mandatory Credit: Mark Hoffman-USA TODAY Sports
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Crimson Tide Product Josh Jacobs Shares Goal for First Season with Packers

Former Alabama standout running back Josh Jacobs signed with the Green Bay Packers earlier this offseason after spending the first five seasons of his career with the Oakland/Las Vegas Raiders.

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Dec 18, 2022; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; Detroit Lions defensive end Isaiah Buggs (96) looks on during the second half against the New York Jets at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-USA TODAY Sports
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Report: Chiefs Releasing Crimson Tide Product Isaiah Buggs

This move stems from Buggs' two recent arrests.

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Jan 7, 2024; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Carolina Panthers quarterback Bryce Young (9) during pregame warm ups against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-USA TODAY Sports
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Former Alabama Standout Bryce Young Emerging as a Leader with Panthers

Numerous Carolina players have recognized Young's improvement ahead of his second season.

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Sep 10, 2023; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA;  Pittsburgh Steelers safety Minkah Fitzpatrick (39) reacts as he takes the field to play the San Francisco 49ers at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports
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Several Former Alabama Standouts Could be Featured in Hard Knocks' AFC North Footage

There are 14 Crimson Tide products in the AFC North division.

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Isaiah Buggs mug shot.
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Former Alabama Defensive Lineman Arrested Again in Tuscaloosa

Former Alabama and current Kansas City Chiefs defensive lineman Isaiah Buggs was arrested in Tuscaloosa early Sunday morning and charged with second-degree burg

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Detroit Lions cornerback Terrion Arnold (0) answers a question during rookie minicamp at Detroit Lions headquarters and practice facility in Allen Park on Friday, May 10, 2024.
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Former Alabama Standout Terrion Arnold Officially Signs with Lions

Arnold is the penultimate 2024 Alabama draftee to sign his rookie deal, as Minnesota Vikings edge rusher Dallas Turner, the 17th overall selection, still needs to put the pen to paper.

Hunter De Siver
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Dec 25, 2023; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts (1) throws a pass against the New York Giants during the first quarter at Lincoln Financial Field. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-USA TODAY Sports
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Former Alabama Standout Jalen Hurts Leads NFLPA's Annual Player Sales List

Six other Crimson Tide products join Hurts in the NFLPA's year-end top 50 list of merchandise sales.

Hunter De Siver
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Miami Dolphins wide receiver Jaylen Waddle (17) flips the ball in the air as he scores a touchdown against the New England Patriots during the second half of an NFL game at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Oct. 29, 2023.
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Report: Former Alabama Standout Jaylen Waddle Earns Lucrative Three-Year Extension

The deal makes Waddle one of the league’s top five highest-paid receivers

Hunter De Siver
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Sep 19, 2021; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Las Vegas Raiders tackle Alex Leatherwood sits on the bench during the first quarter against the Pittsburgh Steelers at Heinz Field. Mandatory Credit: Philip G. Pavely-USA TODAY Sports
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Report: Crimson Tide Product Alex Leatherwood Signs with Chargers

The former Alabama standout offensive tackle has played for two teams and one practice squad since being drafted 17th overall in 2021.

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