The NFL Draft

The NFL Draft (1980- )

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Each year since 1936, the National Football League (NFL) has hosted its annual player selection meeting aptly called The NFL Draft, during which teams select eligible amateur football players first televised in 1980 on ESPN.

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ScheduleMonday - Sunday (daily) at 20:00 (60 min)

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2025-04-262025 NFL Draft - Round 3 in Green Bay, WisconsinApr 26, 2025
2025-04-252025 NFL Draft - Round 2 in Green Bay, WisconsinApr 25, 2025
2025-04-242025 NFL Draft - Round 1 in Green Bay, WisconsinApr 24, 2025
2024-04-272024 NFL Draft - Round 4-7 in Detroit, MichiganApr 27, 2024
2024-04-262024 NFL Draft - Round 2-3 in Detroit, MichiganApr 26, 2024
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did The NFL Draft premiere?

The NFL Draft premiered on April 29, 1980.

Who hosted The NFL Draft in 1980?

The NFL Draft in 1980 was not hosted by any particular person.

How long was the 1980 NFL Draft?

The 1980 NFL Draft lasted for 12 rounds.

Who was the first player drafted in the 1980 NFL Draft?

In the 1980 NFL Draft, the Detroit Lions selected Billy Sims from the University of Oklahoma with the first overall pick.

Who was the last player drafted in the 1980 NFL Draft?

The last player selected in the 1980 NFL Draft was Randy Watts, a punter from the University of South Carolina, drafted by the Seattle Seahawks.

How many players were drafted in the 1980 NFL Draft?

A total of 333 players were drafted in the 1980 NFL Draft.

Who was the oldest player drafted in the 1980 NFL Draft?

The oldest player drafted in the 1980 NFL Draft was 28-year-old defensive tackle John Schuhmacher from the University of Nebraska, drafted by the New Orleans Saints.

Who was the youngest player drafted in the 1980 NFL Draft?

The youngest player drafted in the 1980 NFL Draft was 20-year-old running back Tony Green from the University of Florida, drafted by the Washington Redskins.

Which team had the most picks in the 1980 NFL Draft?

The Buffalo Bills had the most picks in the 1980 NFL Draft, with a total of 17 selections.

Which college had the most players drafted in the 1980 NFL Draft?

The University of Southern California had the most players drafted in the 1980 NFL Draft, with a total of 10 Trojans selected.

How many quarterbacks were drafted in the 1980 NFL Draft?

A total of 18 quarterbacks were drafted in the 1980 NFL Draft.

Who was the first quarterback selected in the 1980 NFL Draft?

The first quarterback selected in the 1980 NFL Draft was Marc Wilson from Brigham Young University, drafted by the Oakland Raiders.

How many running backs were drafted in the 1980 NFL Draft?

A total of 81 running backs were drafted in the 1980 NFL Draft.

Who was the first running back selected in the 1980 NFL Draft?

The first running back selected in the 1980 NFL Draft was Billy Sims from the University of Oklahoma, drafted by the Detroit Lions.

How many wide receivers were drafted in the 1980 NFL Draft?

A total of 49 wide receivers were drafted in the 1980 NFL Draft.

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