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UT is not the only football school that produces NFL talent.
You have to go to West Texas to appreciate these players. Texas Tech has sent some solid pros to the league.
If some of these names are unfamiliar to you, here’s a reminder of some Red Raiders who had great careers according to the NFL’s list.
The 10 best NFL players of all time from Texas Tech
No. 10: Marcus Coleman, defensive back (1992-95)
Coleman began his career as a defensive back and played both cornerback and safety. He established himself as a key player in the Red Raiders’ secondary and was known for his size, speed and playmaking abilities. Coleman had a successful NFL career from 1996 to 2006.
- Coleman was selected by the New York Jets in the 5th round (133rd overall) of the 1996 NFL Draft.
- Coleman was selected by the Houston Texans in the 2002 NFL Expansion Draft, making him one of the franchise’s founding players.
- In 2003, he recorded seven interceptions, one of the best seasons of his career.
- Coleman signed with the Dallas Cowboys in 2006, reuniting with his former coach Bill Parcells.
No. 9: Billy Joe Tolliver, quarterback (1985-88)
Tolliver had a stellar junior year, throwing for over 2,500 yards and 15 touchdowns. His performance established him as one of the best quarterbacks in the Southwest Conference (SWC).
Tolliver was selected in the 2nd round (51st overall) of the 1989 NFL Draft by the San Diego Chargers. He also played for the Atlanta Falcons, Houston Oilers, Kansas City Chiefs and New Orleans Saints. During his 10-year NFL career, Tolliver threw for 10,760 yards, 59 touchdowns and 64 interceptions.
No. 8: Michael Crabtree, wide receiver (2006-08)
Crabtree was originally recruited as a quarterback and then trained as a wide receiver, a move that paid off immediately.
Crabtree had one of the most remarkable freshman seasons in NCAA history, setting records with 134 receptions, 1,962 receiving yards and 22 touchdown catches.
Crabtree was selected 10th overall in the 2009 NFL Draft by the San Francisco 49ers. Crabtree’s best season came in 2012, with 85 catches for 1,105 yards and 9 touchdowns. He played a key role in helping the 49ers reach Super Bowl XLVII, where they lost to the Baltimore Ravens.
Over the course of his 11-year NFL career, Crabtree recorded 637 pass catches for 7,499 yards and 54 touchdowns.
No. 7: Bam Morris, running back (1991-93)
Morris made a name for himself in his second season, running for over 1,000 yards and becoming a key player in the Red Raiders’ offense.
After his junior year, Morris declared for the 1994 NFL Draft and forwent his senior year. His dominant performance at Texas Tech made him one of the most promising running back prospects in the country. Morris was selected by the Pittsburgh Steelers in the 3rd round (91st overall) of the 1994 NFL Draft.
He was the leading runner in Super Bowl XXX, rushing for 73 yards on 19 attempts in the Steelers’ loss to the Dallas Cowboys.
During his NFL career, Morris ran for 3,809 yards and 35 touchdowns. He also caught 87 passes for 628 yards and one touchdown.
No. 6: Bake Turner, wide receiver (1958-61)
Known for his versatility, Turner excelled as both a receiver and kicker, and his athletic ability allowed him to participate in many facets of the game.
Turner was selected by the Baltimore Colts in the 12th round of the 1962 NFL Draft.
During his NFL career, Turner caught 220 passes for 3,430 yards and 25 touchdowns. He also contributed as a kick returner.
No. 5: Dave Parks, wide receiver/tight end (1958-61)
Dave Parks, a native of Abilene, became Texas Tech’s first All-American football player and played ten seasons in the NFL.
Parks was selected first overall by the San Francisco 49ers in the 1962 NFL Draft.
Over the course of his nine-year NFL career, Parks recorded 380 catches for 6,121 yards and 51 touchdowns. He was known for his ability to make big plays and his consistent performance.
He was inducted into the Texas High School Football Hall of Fame in 1993 and the College Football Hall of Fame in 2008.
No. 4: Donny Anderson, running back (1961-63)
Anderson played as a running back, kicker and punter, demonstrating his all-around skills on both offense and special teams.
Anderson was selected by the Green Bay Packers in the 1st round (6th overall) of the 1964 NFL Draft.
Anderson played a key role in the Packers’ success in the mid-1960s. He was part of the teams that won the NFL championship in 1965 and 1966 and helped lead the Packers to a victory in Super Bowl I.
During his 7-year NFL career, Anderson recorded 3,210 rushing yards, 1,043 receiving yards and 28 touchdowns.
No. 3: Wes Welker, wide receiver (2000-03)
Welker was a successful receiver in Texas Tech’s pass-heavy offense. He was known for his ability to find weak spots in the defense, make key catches, and gain yards after the catch.
Welker went undrafted in the NFL and was signed by the San Diego Chargers, but was released after one game. The Miami Dolphins picked Welker up off waivers and he quickly became a key player on special teams and offense.
In 2007, the Patriots traded Welker, recognizing his potential as a slot receiver in their offense. This move changed Welker’s career. Welker became the centerpiece of the Patriots’ passing attack and set numerous records for passes caught. He led the NFL in passes caught three times (2007, 2009, and 2011) and had five seasons with over 100 passes caught.
No. 2: Zach Thomas, linebacker (1992-95)
Thomas played as a middle linebacker, where he excelled as a leader of the Red Raiders’ defense.
Despite his outstanding college career, concerns about his size (6’1″, 220 lbs.) led to Thomas being selected in the fifth round (154th overall) of the 1996 NFL Draft by the Miami Dolphins. Thomas was selected to seven Pro Bowls (1999–2003, 2005–2006) and was named First-Team All-Pro five times (1998–1999, 2002–2003, 2006).
No. 1: Patrick Mahomes, quarterback (2014-2016)
Mahomes came to Texas Tech University in 2014 after playing multiple sports in high school. He was a standout in both football and baseball, which contributed to his unique skills as a quarterback.
Mahomes had a record-breaking junior season, throwing for 5,052 yards and 41 touchdowns and scoring 12 more touchdowns on the ground. His most notable performance came against Oklahoma, where he rushed for an NCAA-record 734 yards in a single game and finished with a total of 819 yards and 7 touchdowns.
Born in Tyler, Texas, Mahomes could have followed in his father’s footsteps and played baseball. Mahomes was drafted by the MLB, but he did well playing football.
Since being drafted by the Kansas City Chiefs, Mahomes has won three Super Bowls.
