Major Wright, a defensive back from St. Thomas Aquinas, played college football at the University of Florida, where he was a key starter in the Gators’ secondary and helped lead the team to a BCS National Championship in 2009. He was selected in the 4th round of the 2010 NFL Draft by the Chicago Bears…
Dallas Turner, a defensive end from St. Thomas Aquinas, played college football at Alabama, where he became a key contributor on the Crimson Tide’s defensive line. Known for his speed and pass-rushing ability, Turner helped anchor Alabama’s defense and earned recognition in the SEC. He was selected 17th overall in the 2024 NFL Draft by…
Colin Thompson, a tight end from St. Thomas Aquinas, played college football at Florida Atlantic University before transferring to Temple University, where he became a productive starter. Thompson went on to play in the NFL, spending time with the New England Patriots, Miami Dolphins, and Tampa Bay Buccaneers, known for his versatility as both a…
Mason Taylor, a tight end from St. Thomas Aquinas, played college football at LSU, where he developed into a reliable receiving and blocking threat for the Tigers. Known for his athleticism and versatility, Taylor was drafted into the NFL in the second round of the 2025 NFL Draft by the New York Jets and continues…
Mike Stanley, a catcher and first baseman from St. Thomas Aquinas, played college baseball at the University of Florida before being selected in the 2nd round of the 1983 MLB Draft by the New York Yankees. Over a 14-year Major League career, Stanley played for the Yankees, Boston Red Sox, Texas Rangers, Oakland Athletics, and…
Tyler Steen, an offensive lineman from St. Thomas Aquinas, began his college career at Vanderbilt University, where he started 34 games, before transferring to the University of Alabama for his final season. At Alabama, he anchored the Crimson Tide’s offensive line and earned All-SEC recognition. Steen was selected in the 3rd round of the 2023…
Dezmen Southward, a defensive back from St. Thomas Aquinas, played college football at the University of Wisconsin, where he developed into a reliable safety and started 30 consecutive games for the Badgers. He was selected in the 3rd round of the 2014 NFL Draft by the Atlanta Falcons and went on to play for the…
Jordan Scarlett, a running back from St. Thomas Aquinas, went on to play college football at the University of Florida, where he rushed for over 1,300 yards and 12 touchdowns across his career with the Gators. He was selected in the 5th round of the 2019 NFL Draft by the Carolina Panthers and later spent…
Nate Salley, a safety from St. Thomas Aquinas, continued his career at Ohio State University, where he was a multi-year starter and team captain for the Buckeyes. He helped lead Ohio State to multiple bowl appearances and earned All-Big Ten recognition. Salley was selected in the 4th round of the 2006 NFL Draft by the…
Twan Russell, a linebacker from St. Thomas Aquinas, went on to play college football at the University of Miami, where he was a captain and key defensive leader for the Hurricanes. He was selected in the 5th round of the 1997 NFL Draft by the Washington Commanders (formerly the Redskins) and later played for the…
