TLDR: The 2024 NFL Playoffs have a heavy Crimson Tide flavor with talent from Alabama featured on 13 out of the 14 playoff teams. A total of 36 former Bama players find themselves on an active roster, practice squad, or injured reserve. The Eagles dominate with seven players like Jalen Hurts and DeVonta Smith, while Miami Dolphins wield key Bama forces in Tua Tagovailoa and Jaylen Waddle. The Texans and Browns both display strong Alabama roots with players such as Will Anderson Jr. and Amari Cooper. Meanwhile, the Detroit Lions aim to end a lengthy playoff victory drought with key figures like Brian Branch. Heading into the divisional round, teams like the Packers and Ravens showcase seasoned Bama alumni like Kenyan Drake and Marlon Humphrey. Roll Tide continues to resonate in the playoffs, marking the lasting legacy of Alabama’s football program at a professional level.

Ah, folks, it’s finally that electrifying time of year—NFL playoffs! There’s nothing more exciting than seeing our beloved Alabama lads sprinkle throughout the NFL landscape like a well-seasoned gumbo. Now, let me tell you something real special; outta the 14 teams duking it out, 13 of them have at least one Roll Tide alumni. We’ve got an impressive bunch of 36 Bama boys gracing the rosters or keeping the practice squad benches warm. And if you’re lookin’ at the team to catch your eye, it’s gotta be them Philadelphia Eagles, struttin’ their way with a whoopin’ seven former Alabama players.

In the City of Brotherly Love, you got the likes of Jalen Hurts piloting the Eagles with DeVonta Smith catchin’ them heavenly passes. Also in the mix, you got Julio Jones, defying age and injuries to help wrangle them opponents into submission. Swingin’ down south, them Miami Dolphins ain’t slackin’ one bit neither. They’re leaning on a solid line-up of Bama stars: Tua Tagovailoa, sharp as a tack with those passes, and his ol’ buddy Jaylen Waddle playin’ sidekick. Miami’s lookin’ to upset them Kansas City Chiefs, who ain’t no stranger to Bama stars themselves, boasting the likes of Isaiah Buggs in their defense.

The Houston Texans, with head coach DeMeco Ryans at the helm—he’s another Bama bard—well they’ve penned themselves a Wild Card matchup against them Cleveland Browns. Texas ain’t just big in size; it’s big on Bama love with live wires such as Will Anderson Jr. and Christian Harris. Cleveland’s scrappin’ with their own roster of Alabama natives like Amari Cooper, reminding Texans that they too carry the crimson torch high.

And jumpin’ over yonder to the Detroit Lions, they’re all excited to be in the playoffs with a trio of former Bama players, including Brian Branch. This crew’s stirrin’ up hopes of golden days and trying to defend their home turf against the lads from Los Angeles. The Rams too are proud hosters of a few Bama patriots: Miller Forristall and Carson Tinker. It’s set to be an all-out sec style showdown with mud, sweat, and glorious touchdowns.

Now let me tell you, the playoff stage is brighter when you’ve got them Bama boys out there, gamblin’ their guts and gridiron to give an unforgettable show. Whether it’s Green Bay’s fight for supremacy with Kenyan Drake or the mighty Ravens waiting restfully through the Wild Card round—each one a pulse, a heartbeat of Alabama’s unending contribution to this grand ol’ sport. So, y’all, gather your kin, fire up that barbeque, cheer on them heroes of the gridiron, and let’s watch history unfold! Roll Tide!