Donald Driver (2012) - Hall of Fame - Southwestern Athletic Conference

Hall of Fame

College Career at Alcorn State

Driver attended Alcorn State University, where he played football (as a wide receiver) and also competed in track & field.
His college football statistics included:
- In his final season (1998), he caught 55 passes for 1,128 yards and scored 10 touchdowns in 11 games — averaging about 20.5 yards per catch.
- Over his Alcorn State career, he had 88 receptions for 1,993 yards.
He was also a standout in the high jump in track & field — at one point clearing ~7 ft or more in competition.
Though not from a major football powerhouse, his athleticism and production drew NFL interest.

Professional Career in the NFL

Donald Driver was selected in the 7th round of the 1999 NFL Draft, 213th overall, by the Green Bay Packers.
He played his entire 14-season NFL career (1999–2012) with the Packers.
Career highlights & stats:
- 743 receptions, 10,137 receiving yards, 61 receiving touchdowns.
- He became the Packers’ all-time leader in receptions and receiving yards.
- He was a four-time Pro Bowler (2002, 2006, 2007, 2010).
- Part of the Packers’ Super Bowl XLV Championship team.
His journey from small school to NFL star is often cited as a testament to perseverance and work ethic.

Connection With Alcorn State & Legacy

Alcorn State’s athletics department recognizes Driver among its all-time greats. For example, he is listed No. 11 in the “Top 50 Greatest Football Players” in Alcorn history.
In July 2017, Driver was inducted into the Packers Hall of Fame.
His success helps reflect positively on HBCUs (Historically Black Colleges & Universities) and the potential for athletes from smaller programs to reach the highest levels.