How did Oregon Ducks fare in the 2023 NFL Draft. Which current NFL players came from the University of Oregon. What impact are former Oregon Ducks making in the NFL. How has Oregon’s football program contributed to producing NFL talent.
Oregon’s 2023 NFL Draft Class: A Promising Crop of Talent
The 2023 NFL Draft saw several Oregon Ducks selected, continuing the program’s strong tradition of producing NFL-caliber players. Let’s examine the key players drafted and their potential impact at the next level.
Christian Gonzalez: First-Round Cornerback
Christian Gonzalez was the standout selection from Oregon’s 2023 draft class, going 17th overall to the New England Patriots. As a first-round cornerback, expectations are high for Gonzalez to make an immediate impact in the NFL. His combination of size, speed, and ball skills made him one of the top defensive backs in the draft.
Other Notable Selections
- DJ Johnson (OLB) – 3rd Round, 80th overall to the Carolina Panthers
- Noah Sewell (LB) – 5th Round, 148th overall to the Chicago Bears
- Malaesala Aumavae-Laulu (OT/OG) – 6th Round, 199th overall to the Baltimore Ravens
- Alex Forsyth (C) – 7th Round, 257th overall to the Denver Broncos
These selections demonstrate the depth of talent coming out of Oregon’s program, with players being drafted across multiple positions and rounds.
Current NFL Stars with Oregon Roots
Oregon has a rich history of producing NFL talent, and several former Ducks are making significant impacts in the league today. Here are some of the most notable players:
Justin Herbert: Chargers’ Franchise Quarterback
Justin Herbert, drafted 6th overall in 2020, has quickly established himself as one of the NFL’s premier young quarterbacks. His strong arm, accuracy, and pocket presence have made him the cornerstone of the Los Angeles Chargers’ offense.
Penei Sewell: Detroit’s Offensive Line Anchor
Penei Sewell, the 7th overall pick in 2021, has lived up to his draft status as a dominant offensive tackle for the Detroit Lions. His combination of size, athleticism, and technique has made him one of the best young linemen in the league.
DeForest Buckner: Colts’ Defensive Force
DeForest Buckner, drafted 7th overall in 2016, has become one of the NFL’s top interior defensive linemen. His ability to disrupt both the run and pass game has made him a cornerstone of the Indianapolis Colts’ defense.
Oregon’s Impact on NFL Rosters
The University of Oregon has consistently produced NFL-caliber talent across various positions. Here’s a breakdown of the positions where Oregon alumni are making their mark:
Offensive Line
Oregon’s offensive line tradition is well-represented in the NFL, with players like Penei Sewell, Shane Lemieux, and Calvin Throckmorton holding down starting roles. The program’s emphasis on athleticism and technique in the trenches has translated well to the professional level.
Defensive Backfield
The Ducks have produced several notable defensive backs, including Jevon Holland, Ugo Amadi, and Deommodore Lenoir. These players have shown versatility in coverage and run support, making them valuable assets to their NFL teams.
Quarterback
While Justin Herbert stands out as the crown jewel, Oregon has a history of developing NFL quarterbacks. Marcus Mariota, the 2nd overall pick in 2015, has had a solid career as both a starter and backup.
Oregon’s NFL Pipeline: What Makes It Successful?
Oregon’s consistent production of NFL talent can be attributed to several factors:
- High-level coaching and player development
- State-of-the-art facilities and resources
- Competitive experience in the Pac-12 conference
- Emphasis on speed and athleticism across all positions
- Pro-style offensive and defensive schemes
These elements combine to create an environment where players can thrive and prepare for the rigors of professional football.
The Future of Oregon Ducks in the NFL
With the 2023 draft class now in the NFL and a new crop of talent developing in Eugene, what does the future hold for Oregon’s NFL pipeline? Several factors suggest continued success:
Recruiting Success
Oregon consistently attracts top-tier recruits, many of whom have NFL aspirations. The program’s ability to land blue-chip prospects bodes well for future draft classes.
Coaching Stability
Under head coach Dan Lanning, Oregon has maintained its commitment to player development and NFL preparation. Lanning’s experience with NFL-caliber talent at Georgia should further enhance Oregon’s pro pipeline.
Evolving Schemes
Oregon’s offensive and defensive schemes continue to evolve, with the program utilizing spread option concepts on offense and multiple fronts on defense. This versatility prepares players for the diverse schemes they’ll encounter in the NFL.
Impact of Oregon Ducks on NFL Teams
How are former Oregon players influencing their NFL teams? Let’s examine some key contributions:
Offensive Firepower
Justin Herbert has transformed the Chargers’ offense, while players like Pharaoh Brown and Johnny Mundt provide reliable targets at the tight end position. Oregon’s skill position players have shown the ability to contribute in both the running and passing games.
Defensive Versatility
Oregon defenders like Kayvon Thibodeaux, Arik Armstead, and Troy Dye have demonstrated the ability to play multiple positions and adapt to various defensive schemes. This versatility makes them valuable assets to NFL defensive coordinators.
Special Teams Contributions
Many Oregon alumni have made their mark on special teams, using their speed and athleticism to excel in coverage and return units. This ability to contribute in multiple phases of the game increases their value to NFL rosters.
Oregon’s NFL Legacy: More Than Just Players
The impact of Oregon football on the NFL extends beyond just the players on the field. The program has also influenced:
Uniform and Equipment Innovation
Oregon’s partnership with Nike has led to numerous innovations in uniform design and performance gear, many of which have made their way to the NFL level.
Offensive Scheme Evolution
The spread option concepts popularized at Oregon have influenced offensive strategies across the NFL, with many teams incorporating elements of the Ducks’ up-tempo, multi-faceted attack.
Sports Science and Player Development
Oregon’s cutting-edge approach to sports science and player development has been adopted by many NFL teams, influencing how organizations approach training, recovery, and performance optimization.
As we look to the future, it’s clear that the pipeline from Eugene to the NFL remains strong. The success of recent draft picks and the continued development of talent at Oregon suggest that Ducks fans will have plenty to cheer for on Sundays for years to come. The program’s commitment to excellence and innovation continues to produce NFL-ready players who are making significant impacts at the highest level of the sport.
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| Aumavae-Laulu, Malaesala | OT/OG | RG – 2nd | Active | 23 06 199 | |
| Brown, Anthony | QB | QB – 3rd | Active | 22 CFA | |
| Johnson, DJ | OLB | ROLB – 2nd | Active | 23 03 80 | |
| Sewell, Noah | LB | MLB – 2nd | Active | 23 05 148 | |
| Graham Jr., Thomas | CB | LCB – 3rd | Active | 21 06 228 | |
| Bass, T.J. | OG | RG – 3rd | Active | 23 CFA | |
| Forsyth, Alex | OC | C – 3rd | Active | 23 07 257 | |
| Breeze, Brady | S | SS – 3rd | Active | 21 06 215 | |
| Cota, Chase | WR | SWR – 4th | Active | 23 CFA | |
| Sewell, Penei | OT | RT – 1st | Active | 21 01 007 | |
| Hanson, Jake | OC/OG | C – 2nd | Active | 20 06 208 | |
| Hollins, Justin | OLB | LOLB – 3rd | Active | 19 05 156 | |
| Johnson III, Johnny | WR | SWR – 4th | Active | 22 CFA | |
| Brown, Pharaoh | TE | TE – 5th | Active | 17 CFA | |
| Buckner, DeForest | DT | DT – 1st | Active | 16 01 007 | |
| Mondeaux, Henry | DT | DT – 3rd | Active | 18 CFA | |
| Herbert, Justin | QB | QB – 1st | Active | 20 01 006 | |
| Kampmoyer, Hunter | TE | TE – 5th | Active | 21 CFA | |
| Grasu, Hroniss | OC | C – 2nd | Active | 15 03 071 | |
| Holland, Jevon | FS | FS – 1st | Active | 21 02 036 | |
| McKinley III, Verone | FS | FS – 2nd | Active | 22 CFA | |
| Williams, Bennett | S | SS – 4th | Active | 23 CFA | |
| Dye, Troy | ILB | WLB – 2nd | Active | 20 04 132 | |
| Mundt, Johnny | TE | TE – 3rd | Active | 17 CFA | |
| Gonzalez, Christian | CB | LCB – 1st | Active | 23 01 017 | |
| Amadi, Ugo | S | NB – 3rd | Active | 19 04 132 | |
| Johnson, Juwan | TE | TE – 1st | Active | 20 CFA | |
| Throckmorton, Calvin | OG | LG – 2nd | Active | 20 CFA | |
| Lemieux, Shane | OG | RG – 2nd | Active | 20 05 150 | |
| Riley, Jordon | DT | NT – 3rd | Active | 23 07 243 | |
| Thibodeaux, Kayvon | OLB | ROLB – 1st | Active | 22 01 005 | |
| Allen, Devon | WR | RWR – 3rd | Active | 22 SFA | |
| Mariota, Marcus | QB | QB – 2nd | Active | 15 01 002 | |
| Faoliu, Austin | DT | DT – 4th | Active | 21 CFA | |
| Armstead, Arik | DT | RDT – 1st | Active | 15 01 017 | |
| Lenoir, Deommodore | CB | LCB – 1st | Active | 21 05 172 |
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Played in all 13 games for Oregon while making 12 starts … Recorded the 27th 1,000-yard rushing season in program history, leading the Ducks with 1,058 yards on 156 carries with five touchdowns … 1,058 rushing yards ranked third in the Pac-12 and tied for 19th in UO single-season history … No.
3 in the conference with 81.38 rushing yards per game … No. 3 in Oregon single-season history and No. 4 in the Pac-12 with an impressive 6.78 yards per carry … Four 100-yard rushing games, including a pair of 149-yard outings … No. 3 in the Pac-12 with 34 rushes of 10-plus yards, and tied for sixth with eight rushes of 20-plus yards … One of three Pac-12 players with multiple rushes of 60-plus yards … Also caught 31 passes for 299 yards and three touchdowns, tied for fourth-most among FBS running backs … 91.0 offensive grade from Pro Football Focus led all Oregon players and tied for No. 7 among FBS running backs … 93.2 rushing grade by PFF tied for sixth-best among all running backs … First Oregon running back to complete multiple passes in a season, finishing 2-of-2 for 36 yards and a touchdown pass (at Colorado) … One of 12 FBS running backs in 2022 to throw a touchdown pass, and one of six to complete multiple passes … vs. Eastern Washington (Sept. 10): First rushing touchdown as a Duck in Autzen Stadium debut, rushing eight times for 74 yards and a score … vs.
No. 12 BYU (Sept. 17): Rushed 14 times for 97 yards with a long rush of 36 yards … at Washington State (Sept. 24): Rushed 11 times for 81 yards and caught five passes for 38 yards and a touchdown … First career completion, connecting with QB Bo Nix for an 18-yard gain … vs. Stanford (Oct. 1): Averaged a whopping 9.7 yards per carry, rushing just 10 times for 97 yards … at Arizona (Oct. 8): 12 rushes for 67 yards and a touchdown, and added three receptions for 30 yards … vs. No. 9 UCLA (Oct. 22): Surpassed 100 yards for the first time as a Duck, rushing 19 times for 107 yards … Caught three passes for 57 yards and a 37-yard touchdown … at California (Oct. 29): Second straight game with a receiving touchdown, catching three passes for 61 yards with a 12-yard score and a long catch of 29 yards … at Colorado (Nov. 5): Averaged 10.9 yards per carry, running 11 times for 120 yards with a long rush of 65 yards … First career touchdown pass, finding QB Bo Nix for an 18-yard score … Joined Royce Freeman (2014) and Onterrio Smith (2001) as the only UO running backs since 1996 to throw a touchdown pass … vs.
No. 25 Washington (Nov. 12): Ran 20 times for a career-high 149 yards and added five receptions for 35 yards … vs. No. 10 Utah (Nov. 19): Third rushing touchdown of the season, a 10-yard score on Oregon’s opening drive … at No. 21 Oregon State (Nov. 26): Third game with at least five receptions, catching five passes for 26 yards while rushing 13 times for 52 yards … vs. North Carolina (Dec. 28, Holiday Bowl): Named the offensive MVP of the Holiday Bowl after matching career-high with 149 rushing yards and two touchdowns on just 13 carries … Second career game with multiple rushing TDs, and first as a Duck … Broke free for a career-long 66-yard touchdown run, the longest rush by a UO running back in 2022 and fifth-longest by a Duck in a bowl game … 149 rushing yards ranked sixth in Oregon bowl game history … Ninth Oregon player to rush for multiple touchdowns in a bowl game.
As A Freshman at Minnesota (2021)
Second on the team in rushing with 699 yards in 133 carries to go along with four touchdowns … Led the team with 966 all-purpose yards, adding 194 yards on kickoff returns and 73 receiving yards to his rushing total .
.. Turned in three 100-yard rushing games … First on the team and ninth in the Big Ten averaging 5.3 yards per rush … vs. Miami (Ohio) (Sept. 11): Made career debut and returned two kickoffs for 64 yards, including a 41-yard run back in the fourth quarter to set up a touchdown drive … at Colorado (Sept. 18): Got first collegiate carries and finished with 89 rushing yards on 15 attempts … vs. Maryland (Oct. 23): Recorded first career 100-yard game, going for 105 yards on 15 carries while scoring his first career TD in a win … Also caught a 28-yard pass … at Northwestern (Oct. 30): Ran for over 100 yards for the second straight game, finishing with 110 yards and a pair of TDs on 19 carries … vs. Wisconsin (Nov. 27): Racked up 117 all-purpose yards, finishing with 39 yards rushing, receiving and on kickoff returns … vs. West Virginia (Dec. 28): Ran for a season-high 129 yards on 19 carries in an 18-6 win in the Guaranteed Rate Bowl.
High School
The No. 9 running back nationally and No. 3 overall prospect in Illinois according to Rivals … A consensus four-star recruit … Ran for 3,264 yards in his three-year career at Hillcrest High School … Named first-team all-state and the South Suburban Conference Player of the Year after rushing for 1,733 yards and 22 TDs as a junior.
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Oregon is the hottest NCAA team. During the season they played in ten different kits – First & Goal
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But that didn’t help them make the national playoffs.
Oregon are rightly considered one of the most “fashionable” teams in all of college football. The program has a special relationship with Nike Corporation (which is also headquartered in Oregon), which ensures that the Ducks regularly update their uniforms with all the latest design tricks and different color combinations.
There are so many options that there are hardly enough matches in the season to try them all on.
Round 1 (September 1), defeat by Auburn: white jerseys, dark green breeches and helmet.
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Round 2 (September 8), victory over Nevada: solid light green jersey, breeches and helmet.
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3rd round (September 15), victory over Montana: yellow jersey and breeches, black helmet.
Montana’s Dareon Nash gets stiff-armed by Oregon’s Johnny Johnson III in the second quarter of Saturday night’s game in Eugene, Oregon. Montana was losing to Oregon 21-0 at the half in Autzen Stadium. Photo: Tommy Martino, MISSOULIAN
Round 4 (September 22), victory over Stanford: solid light green jersey, breeches and helmet (repeat).
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Round 6 (October 6) vs. California: black jersey, yellow breeches and helmet.
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7th round (October 12), victory over Colorado: solid yellow jersey, breeches and helmet.
The Oregon Ducks face the Colorado Buffaloes in a college football game at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Oregon on Friday, Oct. 11, 2019. Sean Meagher/Staff
Round 8 (October 19), victory over Washington: white jerseys and breeches, silver helmet.
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9th round (October 26), victory over Washington State: solid dark green jersey, breeches and helmet.
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Round 10 (November 3) vs Southern California: White jersey, yellow breeches and helmet.
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Round 13 (November 17), victory over Arizona: yellow jersey, dark green breeches and helmet.
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Round 14 (November 24) Lost to Arizona State: White jerseys and breeches, dark green helmet.
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Round 15 (December 1) vs. Oregon State: Solid light green jersey, breeches and helmet (repeat).
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Pacific Dozen Finals (December 7) vs.
Utah: solid dark green jerseys, breeches and helmet (repeat).
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What is the NFL Draft – rules, how it goes, how many rounds, all about the NFL draft on Sports.ru
The draft is one of the most anticipated events of the off-season of any American professional sports league. The National Football League is no exception. Team management and scouts, future professional football players, television companies and, of course, fans are looking forward to it. This time the draft ceremony will take place in Las Vegas from April 28 to 30, and every day the press and television create more and more excitement around this event. But let’s figure out what a draft is, when did it appear, what rules does it follow, how to watch it?
What is the Draft
The NFL Draft is a selection of young players by professional teams, mostly from colleges and universities in the US and Canada.
It takes place over three days at the end of April and consists of seven rounds. In addition to the teams choosing their future players, the draft is also a big celebration. Competitions, concerts, fairs, sales of team paraphernalia and much more are organized at the venue. Television attracts the attention of fans and broadcasts this event to the whole world, because real football, according to Americans, is not what teams play in Europe. The drafting procedure itself appeared quite a long time ago.
History of the NFL Draft
American football started thinking about the draft in the early 1930s. The reason was the story of Stan Kostka, a student at the University of Minnesota. The varsity team became the champion, Kostka was its leader, and many NFL teams had their eyes on him. As a result, he took the most solid contract offer from the Brooklyn Dodgers for five thousand dollars and became the highest paid player in the league.
In the 1930s, the NFL was dominated by a few teams, and it was to them that young players wanted to join, or those who gave more money under the contract.
Then the co-owner of the Philadelphia Eagles, Bert Bell, seeing that his team was not only losing competitiveness, but also profit from ticket sales, decided to put an end to this practice. At 19In 1935, he proposed the idea of a draft to the teams, and everyone accepted it with a bang.
Thus, the first NFL Draft took place already in the future 1936 and was very different from what we see now, but certain contours were already laid at that time. Each team presented its own list of the most promising student players. All these lists formed a common pool, and the first choice was given to the team that finished last in the last season.
February 19For 36 years, team representatives have gathered at the Ritz-Carlton in Philadelphia. This event was not covered in the press. The draft consisted of nine rounds and 90 players were selected by franchise executives. The first player to be drafted for the first time was Jay Berwanger. It is worth saying that according to the results of the first draft, only 24 players began to play in the NFL in the first year.
In the future, the draft procedure is developing more and more. In the post-war years, the scouting institute appears, and each team begins to lead players, study them in college. In the early 1980s, television gets involved in the coverage of the draft, and both sides benefit from it. Over time, television companies begin to fight for the right to show the draft, and today it has become a grand event in the world of sports.
Draft Rules
The basic draft rules have not changed since the first draft. Each of the teams chooses players in turn, and the first one to do this is the one with the worst performance in the standings at the end of the last season. In 2022, the Jacksonville Jaguars would be first pick and the Super Bowl winners Los Angeles Rams should have been last pick, but they ceded that right to the Detroit Lions, and the Lions then transferred that right to the Seattle Seahawks. As a result, the Rams have no first-round pick at all.
This practice is considered common, the teams exchange the right to choose.
Thus, not every team has the opportunity to select one player in each round. For example, in the first round of the 2022 NFL Draft, the Kansas City Chiefs have the 29th and 30th picks in the draft, while the New York Giants have the 5th and 7th picks. But that’s not all, because exchanges can take place right during the passage of the draft itself, which further fuels the interest of the public, adding drama and intrigue.
The draft takes place over three days, the teams send their representatives to the event. In the first round, the franchise is given ten minutes to make their choice. In fact, the choice was made a long time ago, lists were compiled of which of the players the team will choose first, second, and so on. The player’s name is written on the card and given to the league representatives. The NFL commissioner then announces the name of the selected player, who then ascends the stage to be introduced. On the screen, viewers see video cuts with his game, statistical indicators, etc.
The next day, the second and third rounds take place, and on the third day, the fourth to seventh rounds. Moreover, in the second, the teams are given seven minutes to choose from, in the third-sixth – five minutes, in the seventh – four minutes. This time limit has been in effect since 2007, previously the choice in the first round was given 15 minutes, in the second 10 minutes and in all the rest five minutes. If a team has overstayed its time, then it does not lose the choice, but gives way to the team following it.
How do players get drafted?
Draft is also part of a kind of social lift. If a future player has been fond of sports since childhood, devotes most of his time to it, then he has a chance to get into the team of an educational institution, which frees him from study. True, at this stage he does not receive money for playing in the team, but the draft makes it possible to conclude a professional contract and already qualify for a serious salary.
Such a player must have at least three years of training behind him. Only after that can he announce his entry into the draft, that is, his desire to become a professional football player. Every year, thousands of such players graduate from their schools, but about 250 future professionals get drafted. At the same time, about half of them never reveal their talent, and can end their career after a few years. It is interesting that representatives of European leagues, in particular German, and, sometimes, representatives of other sports with good physical data can get into the draft.
Clubs certainly don’t decide in ten minutes which player they like. They have been collecting information about players for years. Moreover, they constantly communicate, that is, they “lead” the athletes in whom they are most interested. They have tapes of all their games, as well as the opportunity to chat before the draft itself. Statistics are kept for each player, they demonstrate their abilities annually at the scout convention, and constantly in their educational institutions.
Getting into the draft pick is the culmination of a college football career.
Can a player opt out of a draft? Yes, he has such an opportunity, and such cases happened. But the young footballer will still be “attached” to his team. No other club has the right to sign him to a contract without the permission of the team that drafted him. Sometimes, in order not to force the player, the club organization parted with him, simply selling the ownership rights to another franchise.
How many players are drafted in the NFL?
If we look at the total number of draft picks in 2022, we will see the number 262. But if we multiply the number of teams – 32 by the number of rounds – 7, then the numbers do not add up. The fact is that NFL teams get what is called a compensatory choice. They are associated with the departure of players as free agents, and the number of such elections, which this or that organization has the right to, is determined using a special formula. The number of such compensations varies each year, but rarely exceeds 40.
More attention is paid to the first round, it is on the first day of the draft that the most talented, stellar and promoted students are selected. Such players receive offers from teams with large amounts of contracts, and the earlier a player is selected, the more profitable and long-term contract he will receive.
In anticipation of the draft, analysts make lists of such players and create the so-called mock drafts. You can find a large number of them, but everyone agrees that 2022 will be a poor year for quarterbacks, this is the most key position in American football, but there is a choice of edge rushers, destroyers of the opponent’s attacking game. The names of Aiden Hutchinson of the Michigan Wolverines, Cavon Thibodeau of the Oregon Ducks, Trevon Walker of the Georgia Bulldogs, and several others appear as future first numbers in the press. But how it will turn out in reality, no one can predict now.
It should be said that not all players who are predicted to be selected in the first round will come to the draft ceremony.
Only a little over 20 people decided to take part in the draft in person. The rest refused, citing various reasons, although no one will prevent them from being selected online, since modern means of communication allow this.
How to watch the draft
It is unlikely that you will be interested in watching the draft if you do not understand anything about American football. But even if you understand it, then you need to prepare for viewing in order to understand everything that happens on the air. Without too much pathos, it must be said that during the draft the dreams of athletes, yesterday’s students come true, for them this is the first serious step in life, because the first numbers receive multimillion-dollar contracts and secure their future.
First of all, we advise you to study mock drafts, get acquainted with the candidates of the players. Most of them you will find in the American press. Knowing the history of this or that football player, you will follow with great interest which team he will end up in, especially if you are its fan.
Each player is accompanied by his own plot, sometimes very exciting. One example is linebacker Shakem Griffin, who had a congenital pathology, had his left hand amputated as a child, and was drafted by the Seattle Seahawks and now plays for the Miami Dolphins.
Since quarterbacks are always system players, I wonder which teams will pick Kenny Pickett of the Pittsburgh Panthers or Malik Willis of the Liberty Flames in the first round. There is a lot of intrigue. There is just over a week left before the first round, and you have time to look at the information about the players and find out all the information about them.
How the NFL Draft Ceremony Works
The night of Thursday to Friday April 29 is not the best time to watch the draft live, but you can watch it on tape. It is unlikely that until the morning or even until the evening someone will be able to reveal the secret of the selected players of the first round to you, given not the greatest interest in our country in American football.
The draft ceremony itself is preceded by a festive day. In Las Vegas, there will be a location dedicated to the National Football League. The event is widely covered. The TV channels will report live from the red carpet, which will subsequently be followed by the selected players. On the air, you will hear numerous forecasts from various experts. And at exactly 3:00 a.m. Moscow time, the draft itself will begin, and representatives of the Jacksonville Jaguars will be the first to get their ten minutes to make a player selection. The player himself will go down in history as the first overall draft pick in 2022.
The procedure will then be repeated with the other teams until the last 32nd player has been selected. The second and third rounds will start at 02:00 Moscow time, and the fourth-seventh round will start at 21:00 on April 30. The final list of all players selected during the draft will be presented to you the next day.
If you want to join the National Football League and become a fan of this or that team, then start with a draft.
