The Reese’s Senior Bowl is widely regarded as the preeminent college football all-star game and the first stage in the NFL Draft process. The longest continual-running all-star game has taken place in Mobile, Alabama the past 73 years. More than 900 NFL personnel, including key decision-makers from all 32 teams, and over 900 media members from around the country were credentialed last year.
Elite draft prospects from around the country are selected to showcase their talent and connect with coaches and decision-makers from all 32 NFL teams.
This past April, the game produced a record-tying 106 total picks for the second straight year, representing 40 percent of the entire NFL draft, including 45 of the top 100 players selected.
When and Where is the Senior Bowl?
DATE: Saturday, February 4, 2023
TIME: 1:30pm CT
WHERE: Mobile, Alabama
STADIUM: University of South Alabama, Hancock Whitney Stadium
TELEVISION: NFL Network
TICKETS: ON SALE NOW! https://www.seniorbowl.com/tickets/
Who is Playing in the Senior Bowl?
The roster list for the National and American teams can be found on the Senior Bowl website here: https://www.seniorbowl.com/the-game/rosters/
Getting to Whitney Hancock Stadium
The upside of the game taking place in a smaller city like Mobile is that it’s not hard to find. Getting there on game day may take extra time due to all the Senior Bowl traffic and visitors traveling in. Be sure to allow ample time to navigate to the stadium.
Driving
Entrances onto the University of South Alabama Campus will be located on Old Shell Road and N University Blvd. Be sure to take a look at the parking map so that you take the correct entrance into campus for your designated parking spot.
From the city center of Mobile you can take Old Shell Road west all the way to campus.
Flying
If you are flying onto the Mobile Airport it is just a short 20 min drive to campus. From the airport jump on Old Shell Road going east and you will arrive at campus in no time.
Rideshare
Rideshare may be a good idea on game day as parking can be limited. If you plan on ridesharing the best option is to have the driver drop you off at Bebo’s Express Car Wash on the corner of Old Shell Road and Hillcrest Road. From there it will be a short walk north on Stadium Dr through campus to Hancock Whitney stadium.
Hotels
There are many hotel options around campus and in Mobile. A few close-by options are below.
- Hampton Inn & Suites Mobile Providence Park/Airport
- Holiday Inn Express & Suites Mobile – University Area, an IHG Hotel (this is a favorite of our team’s when we are in town!)
- Homewood Suites by Hilton Mobile Airport-University Area
- Springdale Inn & Suites Mobile West – I-65
- Holiday Inn Mobile – Airport
How to Tailgate at the Senior Bowl
Tailgating at the Senior Bowl will be available through Tailgater Concierge. Senior Bowl tailgates will be set-up in a premiere location along John Counts Drive which is located just steps from the east side of the stadium. You’ll be tailgating in the heart of all the action just steps from Hancock Whitney Stadium. Tailgate spaces will be assigned on a first-come first-served basis. Reserve your private tailgate spot here: https://www.tailgaterconcierge.com/senior-bowl
If you are not looking for a turn key private tailgate experience there will also be a The Senior Bowl Fan Fest located on the southwest lawn of Hancock Whitney Stadium! This fun zone will include food, inflatables, yard games and other family-fun activities. Stop by for a quick bite, meet the New Orleans Saints Cheer Krewe and college mascots from across the country. The fan fest will be free of cost and will open at 10:30 AM on game day.
Senior Bowl Week Events
Along with the fun on game day the Senior Bowl also has a week full of fun events. Check out some of the awesome event happening throughout the week below.
A Stage Divided: Thursday, February 2, 2023
The Senior Bowl Summit brings Alabama and Auburn greats for a memorable night. Listen to the best stories about the greatest moments from members of the Tide and Tigers including Shaun Alexander, Ozzie Newsome, Cornelius Bennett, Ronnie Brown, and Jason Campbell.
Mardi Gras Player Parade: Friday, February 3, 2023
Starting at 6:30 PM on Dauphin Street in the Downtown Mobile Entertainment District local high school marching bands, the Senior Bowl players, college mascots and more will parade from the Renaissance Hotel on Royal Street to St. Francis. Be sure to grab a stop on the curb to watch this historic parade go by.
Nelly at Mardi Gras Park: Friday, February 3, 2023
You will not want to miss this FREE concert in the park. Starting at 8:00 PM Grammy Award-winning performer Nelly will be rocking the stage.
Human Jukebox: Saturday, February 4, 2023
Don’t miss the Human Jukebox marching band from Southern University as they play through the day for the pregame, halftime show, and in-game entertainment. You will hear high-volume rhythm and blues, classics, popular hip hop and more!
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