UCLA Football: A Legacy of NFL Stars – Complete Bruins NFL Player List
by SuperWest Sports Staff
May 30,2025
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UCLA football has a rich history of sending players to the NFL,and the program continues to be a pipeline for talent. With 390 total Bruins having played professional football, and 45 currently active, the impact of Westwood on Sundays is undeniable. from legendary quarterbacks to hard-hitting defenders, UCLA has consistently contributed to the league’s success. Leading the charge in terms of NFL accolades, Maurice Jones-Drew boasts 81 touchdowns, while Mercedes Lewis has amassed an impressive 285 games played.
The Bruins’ legacy is further cemented by six players enshrined in the NFL Hall of Fame: Troy aikman, Kenny Easley
