NFL Draft

First held in 1936 with nine teams picking 81 players over nine rounds, the NFL Draft looks much different today.

Easily the highlight of the offseason, the NFL Draft has become an event in itself and has taken place in bigger and bigger venues as time has gone on to accommodate more fans.

The NFL Draft now consists of seven rounds, and win-loss records from the previous season determine the selection order. The team with the worst record is positioned first in each round, while the Super Bowl champion is positioned 32nd.

Of course, teams can choose to trade their respective picks, which happens often. Some franchises are also awarded compensatory picks, given to teams that lost more (or better) free agents than they acquired. Those picks are positioned from Round 3 to Round 7.

NFL draft expert Mel Kiper turned his $400 ESPN gig into a substantial net worth.
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Mel Kiper Turned $400 NFL Draft Gig Into $7 Million Career

NFL draft expert Mel Kiper made just $400 in his first ESPN gig. He’s turned that into a substantial net worth of $7 million.

Stephen Sheehan  •  14 Apr 2020
Jerry Jeudy, Alabama
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The Minnesota Vikings Need a Receiver in the NFL Draft in the Worst Way

Trading Stefon Diggs last month leaves the Minnesota Vikings with the need for a top receiver like Jerry Jeudy of Alabama in the NFL Draft.

John Moriello  •  14 Apr 2020
The Miami Dolphins can atone for their Drew Brees mistake by taking Tua Tagovaoila in the 2020 NFL draft.
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Dolphins Can Find Their Own Drew Brees in 2020 NFL Draft

The Miami Dolphins can make up for their Drew Brees mistake in the 2020 NFL Draft by going after the left-handed version of the future Hall of Fame QB.

Stephen Sheehan  •  13 Apr 2020
Joe Burrow will make more than $35 million when the Bengals make him the top pick in the 2020 NFL draft.
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Joe Burrow Will Make More Than $35 Million as Soon as the NFL Draft Begins

Joe Burrow will be the No. 1 pick in the 2020 NFL draft. When the Cincinnati Bengals call his name, the Heisman winner will cash in big time.

Stephen Sheehan  •  13 Apr 2020
Terrell Suggs
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How the Vikings’ Missed First-Round Pick in 2003 NFL Draft Turned Into Future Ravens Hall of Famer

The Minnesota Vikings missed their first-round pick in the 2003 NFL Draft. What happened next was bizarre and beneficial to the Baltimore Ravens.

Kyle Dalton  •  13 Apr 2020
The New England Patriots have the most to lose in the 2020 NFL draft, as they have major needs at critical positions.
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The Patriots Have the Most to Lose in the 2020 NFL Draft

The New England Patriots have the most to lose in the 2020 NFL draft after watching Tom Brady leave in free agency. Can Bill Belichick find the next QB?

Stephen Sheehan  •  11 Apr 2020
The Redskins would be making a massive mistake by not taking Chase Young with the second pick of the 2020 NFL draft.
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NFL Draft: Joe Theismann Says It’s a Big Mistake If the Redskins Don’t Pick Chase Young

Chase Young is the best defensive prospect in the NFL Draft. The Redskins shouldn’t think twice about drafting the Ohio State pass rusher.

Stephen Sheehan  •  10 Apr 2020
Jerry Jones has made some bad NFL draft selections as the de facto general manager of the Dallas Cowboys.
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Dallas Cowboys: The Worst Draft Picks That Came Under Jerry Jones’ Watch

Jerry Jones may be the owner of the Dallas Cowboys, but he’s also been responsible for many draft busts. Who are his worst draft picks?

Stephen Sheehan  •  10 Apr 2020
Sam Darold, New York Jets
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The Jets’ Sam Darnold Has the Most to Gain at the NFL Draft

The NFL Draft is loaded at wide receiver, which is a need position for the New York Jets.

John Moriello  •  09 Apr 2020
At least two NFL teams are concerned about Tua Tagovailoa's injury history.
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Tua Tagovailoa’s Injury Issues Are Already Hurting His NFL Draft Prospects

With the NFL draft rapidly approaching, Tua Tagovailoa’s injury history is apparently giving some teams pause.

Joe Kozlowski  •  09 Apr 2020