Detroit King High School has established itself as a significant contributor to the NFL, with 15 alumni having played professionally, including noteworthy names like Ahmad 'Sauce' Gardner and Avonte Maddox. Gardner, selected 4th overall by the New York Jets in 2022, has since won Defensive Rookie of the Year and made two Pro Bowls. Maddox, after a successful college career, signed with the Philadelphia Eagles and recently joined the Detroit Lions. King's history reflects a legacy of excellence, producing players who have excelled at the highest levels of the game.

Other notable players include Ambry Thomas, who contributed to back-to-back state championships before being drafted by the San Francisco 49ers, and Nick Perry, a first-round selection in 2012. The school's reputation as a breeding ground for NFL talent is solidified with each new generation of athletes, ensuring that Detroit's football legacy continues to thrive.