Top Impactful NFL Supplemental Draft Picks

The football world buzzed with excitement following Texas Tech’s Brendan Sorsby’s decision to enter the NFL Supplemental Draft. This event led many to question which past supplemental draft picks have significantly impacted the game.

Notable Supplemental Draft Picks

WR Cris Carter – Philadelphia Eagles

Carter, chosen in the fourth round of the 1987 supplemental draft, enjoyed a Hall of Fame career spanning teams like the Eagles, Minnesota Vikings, and Miami Dolphins. Over 16 seasons, Carter earned eight consecutive Pro Bowl selections from 1993 to 2000. Additionally, he was a first-team All-Pro in 1994 and 1999.

QB Bernie Kosar – Cleveland Browns

Kosar, selected first in the 1985 supplemental draft, played 12 seasons, mainly with the Browns. He reached the Pro Bowl in 1987 and achieved four seasons with over 3,000 passing yards. Kosar’s career included 124 touchdowns.

DT Jamal Williams – San Diego Chargers

Drafted in the second round of the 1998 supplemental draft, Williams had a notable NFL career lasting 13 seasons. He was a first-team All-Pro in 2005 and 2006 and appeared in three Pro Bowls. Williams spent most of his career with the Chargers, completing it with the Denver Broncos. He accumulated 443 tackles, 55 tackles for loss, and 13 sacks.

WR Josh Gordon – Cleveland Browns

Selected in the second round of the 2012 supplemental draft, Gordon made an explosive entry into the NFL. In his first two years, he recorded 137 receptions, 14 touchdowns, and over 2,400 receiving yards. Despite being suspended for the 2015 and 2016 seasons due to substance abuse policy violations, his initial success was significant.