In spite of years of statistical / PFF grades and general dominance on the field as one of the best interior OL in the NFL, it took former Hobart Statesmen and current Buccaneers OL Ali Marpet '15 until the end of his seventh NFL season to earn well-deserved Pro Bowl recognition.
He was the starting LG for the NFC side in what amounted to a "two-hand-touch" exhibition game were hitting / tackling wasn't allowed (hence why Ali had to give up on an attempt to save a pick six return early in the "game").
The smile on his face sums it up however, as the trip to Las Vegas was a great one, and although there is a lot of speculation for what's next for the Bucs post-TB12, at least Ali has pretty much checked off all the boxes you possibly could have hoped for during the past two seasons.
Later today I'll post the first of several recruiting updates on the Class of 2026, which is shaping up to be another strong one by HC Kevin DeWall '00 and the coaching staff.
Thanks for ready and go 'Bart!
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