Football Pirates in the NFL

Ryan Neal (2010-2013)
Southern Illinois University (2014-2017)
Atlanta Falcons (2018)
Seattle Seahawks (2019-2020)
 
Michael Neal (2002-2005)
Purdue University (2006-2009)
Green Bay Packers (2010-2015)
Number 92 retired at Merrillville
 
Eugene Wilson (1995-1998)
University of Illinois (1999-2002)
New England Patriots (2003-2007)
Houston Texans (2008-2010)
Number 7 retired at Merrillville
 
Jamel Williams (1989-1992)
University of Nebraska (1993-1996)
Washington Redskins (1997-1999)
Number 28 retired at Merrillville
 
Tom Jelesky (1975-1978)
Purdue University (1979-1983)
Philadelphia Eagles (1985-1986)
Number 77 retired at Merrillville