Local high schools sent 14 players to NFL opening day rosters in 2025, pushing Charlotte to fifth place among U.S. cities. At the front stands Mallard Creek High, with three pros making their mark: Jordan Davis guards the line for Philadelphia, D.J. Under center, Charlotte Latin's Daniel Jones now leads Indianapolis, while Myers Park's Drake Maye throws passes in New England. It skips nearby spots like Rock Hill, the self-named "Football City USA," keeping focus on city limits alone. Charlotte's football stars fill every spot on the field.