Alabama is a football-loving state, and the 69th annual Reese’s Senior Bowl reflects that. Among the all-stars from across the nation gathered in Mobile for Saturday’s game are 16 who played at Alabama high schools or colleges or both.
The players represent Alabama, Auburn, Jacksonville State, Troy and South Alabama as well as 10 state high schools.
There might have been more players. Alabama cornerback Anthony Averett and linebacker Shaun Dion Hamilton were unable to participate because of injuries, and Crimson Tide linebacker Rashaan Evans and Auburn guard Braden Smith decided not to play.
When the Reese’s Senior Bowl kicks off at 1:30 p.