Connor Barwin

Connor Barwin has transitioned from a Pro Bowl NFL linebacker to a key executive in football operations, continuing his impact on and off the field. After distinguishing himself as a first-team All-America and All-Big East Conference selection in 2008, Connor Barwin embarked on a distinguished 10-year NFL playing career. During his senior year at the University of Cincinnati, he excelled as a defensive end, recording 12.0 sacks, which ranked third in program history. His versatility extended to college basketball, where he played as a backup forward for two seasons.

Barwin was drafted by the Houston Texans in the second round of the 2009 NFL Draft, where he played for four seasons and earned AFC Defensive Player of the Month honors in November 2011. In 2013, Barwin joined the Philadelphia Eagles, where he started all 65 games (regular season and playoffs) through the 2016 season and recorded 31.5 sacks. His most impactful season came in 2014, when he garnered Pro Bowl and Second-team All-Pro selections after leading the NFC with an impressive 14.5 sacks. Following his successful tenure with the Eagles, Barwin played for the Los Angeles Rams in 2017 and the New York Giants in 2018 before retiring from professional play in 2019.

Beyond his contributions to professional football, Barwin founded the Make the World Better (MTWB) Foundation in 2013. The foundation is dedicated to urban revitalization projects in Philadelphia, having successfully raised over $30 million for key initiatives, including the development of Vare Recreation Center and Ralph Brooks Park. As part of the Eagles’ executive staff, he was integral to the organization’s Super Bowl LIX victory over the Kansas City Chiefs in 2025, further cementing his impact on the franchise’s success.