
Unveiled: The Surprising FCS Standouts Who Shocked the NFL Draft with First-Round Picks
1988 – John Stephens, RB, Northwestern State: New England Patriots, 17
The 1988 NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year with 1,168 rushing yards was 43 when he died in a car accident in 2009. His daughter is professional tennis player Sloane Stephens.
1988 – Aaron Jones, DE, Eastern Kentucky: Pittsburgh Steelers, 18
1989 – Shawn Collins, WR, Northern Arizona: Atlanta Falcons, 27
1990 – Eric Green, TE, Liberty: Pittsburgh Steelers, 21
A two-time Pro Bowl selection, Green caught 362 passes and 36 touchdowns in a 10-year career.
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