Logo of a college football team that plays in the Southern Conference, the Virginia Military Institute Keydets. Their program began play way back in 1873 and they’ve captured 8 conference titles, and also appeared in 24 bowl games (although they’ve won only 6). VMI alumni who have played pro football include Joe Fortunato, Bobby Thomason, Mark Stock, Sam Horner, Joe Muha and Bosh Pritchard.