TROY, Ala. – Troy cornerback Will Sunderland has accepted an invitation to play in the ninth annual NFLPA Collegiate Bowl at the historic Rose Bowl Stadium in Pasadena, Calif., Jan. 18. The NFLPA Collegiate Bowl attracts more than 200 NFL scouts, general managers and head coaches representing all 32 NFL teams.
Sunderland, an Oklahoma native, intercepted four passes during his senior season with the Trojans, including two in Troy's victory over South Alabama, one of which he returned for a touchdown.
Industry leader Pro Football Focus (PFF) rated Sunderland as Troy's top coverage player in the secondary and opponents were successful on just 68.