Bama in the NFL: Former Alabama kicker among preseason Week 2 standouts
When taking a look back at this past weekend as well, it was yet another solid slate of games for former Alabama Crimson Tide players in the NFL, as many of the same names from Week 1 of the preseason made an impact yet again in Week 2.
Many of these names are already established starters with their respective teams, while others are either competing for a starting spot, or are rookies taking the field for the first time at the professional level.
Let's take a look at five of the biggest performances from former Alabama stars during Week 2 of the 2025 NFL preseason.
Will Reichard, Kicker - Minnesota Vikings
A standout from Week 1, Reichard once again impressed this past weekend during Minnesota's 20-12 loss to New England, accounting for each of the Vikings' points. Reichard was a perfect 4-for-4 on field goal attempts in the loss, making from yards of 34, 54, 47, and 27.
Anfernee Jennings, Outside Linebacker - New England Patriots
Jennings was likely Alabama's most impressive defensive performance from this past weekend, finishing with three tackles, three sacks, three TFL, and three quarterback hits during New England's matchup against the Minnesota Vikings. The Patriots defeated the Vikings, 20-12.
Jihaad Campbell, Inside Linebacker - Philadelphia Eagles
The rookie first round pick had likely his top showing yet of the preseason during Philadelphia's 22-13 loss against the Browns. Campbell finished with four tackles, one sack, one TFL, and one quarterback hit.
Henry To'oTo'o, Inside Linebacker - Houston Texans
To'oTo'o finished as the Texans leading tackler during Houston's 20-3 win over the Carolina Panthers. The former Alabama linebacker ended the game with five tackles, three of which were solo.
Irv Smith Jr., Tight End - Houston Texans
Rounding out this week's five standouts is Smith, who led Houston in receiving during the Texans 20-3 win over the Panthers. Smith finished with five receptions for 46 yards, hauling in each of his targets.
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