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**Former NJCAA Athletes Headline 2025 NFL Super Bowl Matchup**

The 2025 NFL Super Bowl will feature players and a coach who once honed their skills in community college football programs before rising to professional prominence. On Sunday night, the Kansas City Chiefs and Philadelphia Eagles will face off, with former NJCAA athletes playing key roles in the highly anticipated game.

**Philadelphia Eagles:**

- **Darius Slay**: Before becoming a star cornerback for the Eagles, Slay played collegiate football at Itawamba Community College in Mississippi.

- **Lane Johnson**: Known for his strength and agility on the offensive line, Johnson is an alumnus of Kilgore College in Texas.

**Kansas City Chiefs:**

- **Mike Pennel**: Now suiting up on the Chiefs' defensive line, Pennel began his journey at Scottsdale Community College in Arizona.

- **Andy Hill**: As a member of the Kansas City coaching staff, Hill's roots trace back to Hutchinson Community College in Kansas, where he played and then coached.

These individuals exemplify the value of hard work, determination, and the opportunities provided by the NJCAA. Their paths from community college to the Super Bowl serve as an inspiration for athletes everywhere, proving that talent can be developed and showcased at every level.

The 2025 NFL Super Bowl promises an exciting clash between the Eagles and Chiefs, with these NJCAA alumni continuing to make their mark on football’s biggest stage.

Source: Dallas College

Source Type: College

Source Location: Dallas

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