Former Auburn Football Stars Ready for Super Bowl LX Showdown

Morgan Winslow

Published: February 8, 2026 11:42 PM ET

Former Auburn Football Stars Ready for Super Bowl LX Showdown

As Super Bowl LX approaches, Auburn University celebrates a noteworthy representation as three former football stars take the field. These athletes will compete for the coveted Lombardi Trophy, showcasing Auburn’s talent in the NFL.

Former Auburn Stars in Super Bowl LX

Both the New England Patriots and the Seattle Seahawks feature former Auburn players, highlighting the university’s strong football program. The three players include:

Carlton Davis III – New England Patriots
Derick Hall – Seattle Seahawks
Nehemiah Pritchett – Seattle Seahawks

Carlton Davis III

Carlton Davis III is a cornerback who was drafted in the second round by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in 2018. In 2025, he recorded:

69 total tackles
10 pass deflections
3 tackles for loss

This is Davis’s second appearance in the Super Bowl, as he aims for his second championship ring.

Derick Hall

Playing as a defensive end, Derick Hall was also drafted in the second round, but by Seattle in 2023. His 2025 performance includes:

30 total tackles
2 sacks
3 tackles for loss
2 pass deflections

In 2024, Hall emerged as a reliable starter, amassing 37 tackles and 8 sacks during the season.

Nehemiah Pritchett

Cornerback Nehemiah Pritchett was drafted in the fifth round of the 2024 NFL Draft. In his two seasons with Seattle, he has seen action in 27 games, amassing:

14 total tackles
2 pass deflections

Although Pritchett has made just one start, he contributes to the Seahawks’ defensive lineup.

Auburn Coaching Representation in the NFL

Additionally, Auburn’s influence extends to coaching in Super Bowl LX. Josh Bynes and Nieko Thorpe, former Auburn teammates, serve as assistant coaches for Seattle. Their combined professional experience spans 21 seasons: