I doubt any were drafted or signed because of their faith, but as a coach I can tell you, if all other things are equal, you go with the person of higher character, you can trust them, and they will always work hard.
I know that's not politically correct, but whom would you rather invest millions of dollars in? or a college scholarship in? the person who is respectful, humble, considerate, self-controlled, and grounded, etc., or anything the opposite of those qualities? And yes, although not always the case, such trustworthy people usually have a well developed and meaninful personal faith. Or maybe a better way to say it, people with a genuine personal faith are usually pretty trustworthy individuals.