In the source's methodology, it was noted that the terms "immigrant" and "foreign born" were used as synonyms for individuals born outside the United States and its territories or born without U.S. citizenship. Naturalized U.S. citizens are included in this category.
In the 2025 season, Africa was the region from which the largest share of NFL players born outside the United States originated. In total, an estimated ** percent of NFL players born overseas were born in Afica. Meanwhile, ** percent of foreign-born players were from Europe. In total, over ** percent of NFL players in 2025 were born outside the United States.
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Institute for Immigration Research. (November 16, 2025). Share of players born outside the United States in the National Football League (NFL) in 2025, by region of birth [Graph]. In ÌÇÐÄÆƽâ°æ. Retrieved July 21, 2026, from /statistics/1626357/nfl-players-born-overseas-regions/
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