Ranking the 5 last first overall picks in NFL Draft
Being the first overall pick in the NFL draft carries a lot of weight. Players are deemed the best in the draft and have the world at their feet. It also comes with a lot of pressure to perform straight away.
Most number one picks are chosen to transform the franchise and give a sense of hope for the future.
SK takes a look at the last five first overall picks in the NFL Draft.
# 5 - Trevor Lawrence - Jacksonville
The former Clemson star is in at number five on the list. Having only played one season in the NFL, Lawrence is still learning his craft. There were some moments of magic from the 22-year-old, and some rather bad ones, too.
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There is no denying his talents, and he will be hoping to improve on his rookie year. New head coach Doug Pederson bought heavily in free agency to give Lawrence the best chance of winning in his second NFL season.
# 4 - Baker Mayfield - Cleveland Browns
Not many players divide opinions like Baker Mayfield. The first overall pick back in 2018, he has not lived up to the hype. He had his best season last year as he led the Browns to the postseason on the back of a 11-5 record.
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In 2021, Mayfield was banged up and often played hurt, and his play suffered as a result. With Cleveland landing Deshaun Watson, it appears that Mayfield's time with the Browns is at an end. Even though he was a number one pick in the NFL, the jury is still out on the 26-year-old.