In recent years, the NFL hasn’t had a need for a supplemental draft. In fact, 2019 was the last year a player was selected in the supplemental draft. But according to NFL writer Dane Brugler, it will be back for 2023 on July 11.
The supplemental draft is an opportunity for players who did not declare for the NFL draft to make their way to the NFL. This is typically because of some extreme change in circumstances after the deadline to declare which makes a return to college improbable or even impossible Players must apply and be granted eligibility.
Players are selected essentially by bid. Teams are given the option to big a draft pick for the following season on a particular player. Each team is given an option to enter heir big in order, just like the regular draft and if selected, the team forfeits that round pick the following year.
Here are five of the more notable players selected in the supplemental draft:
- Jalen Thompson, Cardinals (2019, Round 5)
- Sam Beal, Giants (2018, Round 3)
- Isaiah Battle, Rams (2015, Round 5)
- Josh Gordon, Browns (2012, Round 2)
- Terrelle Pryor, Raiders (2011, Round 3)
UPDATE: Supplemental Draft is scheduled for Tuesday, July 11.
Prospects must apply with the league office for eligibility. Milton Wright has been approved. https://t.co/PVQp0s4vp5
— Dane Brugler (@dpbrugler) June 16, 2023
