Texas vs The Nation

Record Number of Players Picked by NFL

5/9/08 - Texas vs. The Nation organizers announced on Monday that a record number of players from the game have signed contracts with the NFL. Of the combined 124 players from both the Texas and Nation teams, 102 were given opportunities to compete for an NFL roster spot this year. (more)

Molden Becomes Highest Drafted Game Participant in History

4/27/08 - Complete NFL Draft Picks 
The highest rated player to date drafted out of the Texas vs. the Nation Game came today when the Houston Texans drafted Eastern Kentucky cornerback Antwaun Molden in the 3rd round, #79 overall. Molden had three solo tackles - including one behind the line of scrimmage - while playing for The Nation team in the 2008 all-star game. The highest selection of a participant in the game's inaugural year was when Cincinnati cornerback John Bowie was taken 110th overall by the Denver Broncos. (more)