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If you thought making it to the National Football League was tough, just imagine actually having a long and successful career.
There’s no such thing as a sure thing or a can’t-miss kind of player in the NFL Draft, as scouting isn’t an exact science, and sometimes projections don’t translate to the pros.
That’s why being a first-round pick isn’t a guarantee of success at the next level, regardless of how great of a college career the player had before entering the league.
Injuries, coaching, a system, an organization, poor work ethic, mental health issues, or even bad luck could end up taking a massive toll on a player’s promising career.
To put it in context, Peter King recently pointed out the fact that less than half of the players drafted in the first round since 2011 actually signed a second contract with their teams, as Dov Kleiman shared on Twitter.
NFL Fact: Less than half of the players drafted in the 1st round since 2011 ended up signing a second contract with their teams (@peter_king) pic.twitter.com/9R7bgO6Bby
— Dov Kleiman (@NFL_DovKleiman) April 17, 2023
Needless to say, that curious fact led to some mixed takes on social media, with fans sharing their thoughts on the matter.
Do you think it’s possible that this could actually be a reason to take a RB in the first?
I know, I know.
BUT…if there is less than 50% chance the guy you take will see a 2nd contract, then taking a guy like Robinson who will certainly give you 4-5 great years is worth it
— Nikos Ray (@NikosRay) April 17, 2023
Alot of times obviously the college player are only that good cause of the program they play for would those players be just a good at a school like Baylor than Bama
— Jason beashore (@beashore_jason) April 17, 2023
Exactly. Ride the horse for the five years and draft another
— L M Z (@LarryZup) April 17, 2023
To be fair that 2011 first rd was mid minus like 8 players.
— KeepPoundingNC (@KeepPounding919) April 17, 2023
Of course, it’s “easier” to underperform than to actually live up to the hype that comes with being a first-round pick.
Also, sometimes players are good, just not as good as teams expect them to be, while other players need more time to hit their stride and reach their true potential.
Tom Brady was the 199th overall pick, and he wound up being one of the greatest to ever do it.
So, it’s not about making the league, but about making the most of every single snap on it.
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