Since 2001, the U.S. Army All-American Bowl has showcased the nation’s premier high school football talent in an East versus West matchup of mental, physically and emotional strength. The Bowl’s history includes a growing list of prominent alumni such as 2007 NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year Adrian Peterson, Heisman Trophy winners Reggie Bush and Tim Tebow, 2006 NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year Vince Young, Tommie Harris, and Ted Ginn, Jr.

Currently, there are more than 80 U.S. Army All-Americans playing in the NFL, representing 31 of the 32 teams at football’s highest level. A record 30 U.S. Army All-Americans were selected in the 2008 NFL Draft, including six first rounders – proving yet again there are more U.S. Army All-Americans on the verge of NFL stardom.