Bulldogs in the NFL

Samford currently has five former players on either the active roster or practice squad of NFL teams.

James Bradberry was drafted in the second round of the 2016 NFL Draft by the Carolina Panthers . Bradberry played four seasons with the Panthers and two with the New York Giants . He was named All-Pro following the 2020 season . He is currently in his first season with the Philadelphia Eagles .

Michael Pierce had success as an undrafted free agent with the Baltimore Ravens . He spent four seasons with the Ravens and two as a member of the Minnesota Vikings . He returns to the Ravens for the 2022 season .

Jaquiski Tartt became the highest NFL Draft pick in Samford history when he was selected by the San Francisco 49ers in the second round of the 2015 Draft . Tartt spent seven seasons with the 49ers and is entering his first season with the Philadelphia Eagles .

Montrell Washington was drafted in the fifth round of the 2022 NFL Draft by the Denver Broncos . He was the first offensive player in Samford history to be selected in the NFL Draft .

Nick Williams was drafted by the Pittsburgh Steelers in the seventh round of the 2013 NFL Draft . Williams also played with the Kansas City Chiefs, Miami Dolphins, Chicago Bears, Detroit Lions and is now a member of the New York Giants .