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The first NFL draft was held in 1936. The first player chosen was Jay Berwanger from the University of Chicago by the Philadelphia Eagles. Berwanger was the Heisman Trophy winner in 1935. He wound up choosing not to play pro ball and never played a down in the NFL.
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Who was the first University of Southern California football player to be taken first overall in the NFL draft?
Offensive tackle Ron Yary by the Minnesota Vikings in 1968.
Who was the first Rutgers football player to get drafted by the NFL?
According to NFL.com's historical draft database, the first Rutgers player drafted was Linebacker Bob Simms who was drafted in the 10th round in the 1960 NFL Draft by the New York Giants.
Who was the first player ever drafted into the NBA?
The first NBA draft took place in 1947 and the first player drafted was Clifton McNeeley of the University of Texas at El Paso, drafted by the Pittsburgh Ironmen. McNeeley never played in the NBA.
Does the NFL have to draft college player or can they just recruit?
The NFL has a 7 round draft. However recruiting does happen with players who are undrafted.
What channel is the NFL draft on?
The first round is on ESPN and nfl network but rounds 2-7 are only on NFL network
