Over the last few decades, the University of Miami football program has developed a reputation for producing high-level NFL talent. Between 1970 and 2017, the Hurricanes had the third-most first-round picks, with only the University of Southern California and Ohio State ahead of them.
Although the ‘Canes have struggled to produce as a team this season, many former players are finding great success individually at the next level.
Below is a list of former Hurricanes who have been key contributors to their NFL teams through the first nine weeks of the season.
Jaelan Phillips: Linebacker, Miami Dolphins
Phillips was selected in the first round of the 2021 NFL Draft.