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The draft, like the NFL, evolved in the face of competition — specifically the emergence of the upstart American Football League (AFL) in 1959. The competition between the new league and the...
The first draft was held in 1936, and has been held every year since. Certain aspects of the draft, including team positioning and the number of rounds in the draft, have been revised since its creation, but the fundamental method has remained the same. Currently, the draft consists of seven rounds.
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The draft became the battleground for a war between the National Football League and American Football League. The rival leagues held separate drafts through 1966 before holding joint drafts from 1967-1969.
NFL Draft History and Past Draft Results by season and team. Listings of the top prospects for the NFL Draft.
Apr 20, 2024 · The 89th edition of the NFL draft is taking place in downtown Detroit on April 25-27. Here's the quick history of the event dating to 1936.
NFL and AFL Draft History. NFL and AFL draft picks from 1936 to 2024. Search for players by draft status and other criteria in the Season Finder or see yearly totals by position.
The first compensatory pick of the 2024 NFL Draft was Florida State cornerback Jarrian Jones who was selected by the Jaguars. Texas A&M defensive tackle McKinley Jackson was picked by the Bengals. North Carolina State linebacker Payton Wilson was selected by the Steelers.
