Impactful NFL Supplemental Draft Picks

The football community reacted strongly to Texas Tech’s Brendan Sorsby’s announcement of entering the NFL Supplemental Draft. This sparked curiosity about impactful past supplemental draft picks.

Notable NFL Supplemental Draft Picks

WR Cris Carter – Philadelphia Eagles

Cris Carter was selected in the fourth round of the 1987 supplemental draft. He built a Hall of Fame career, playing for the Eagles, Minnesota Vikings, and Miami Dolphins. Carter achieved eight consecutive Pro Bowl selections from 1993 to 2000. Additionally, he earned first-team All-Pro honors in 1994 and 1999 over his 16 NFL seasons.

QB Bernie Kosar – Cleveland Browns

Bernie Kosar entered the NFL through the first round of the 1985 supplemental draft. His career spanned 12 seasons, primarily with the Browns. He gathered four seasons with over 3,000 passing yards and tallied 124 touchdowns. Despite only one Pro Bowl selection in 1987, he made a significant impact on the field.

DT Jamal Williams – San Diego Chargers

Jamal Williams, a second-round pick in 1998, played an influential 13-season NFL career. Known for his defensive prowess, he earned first-team All-Pro honors in 2005 and 2006. Williams participated in three Pro Bowls and dedicated most of his career to the Chargers, ending with the Denver Broncos. He accumulated 443 tackles, 55 tackles for loss, and 13 sacks.

WR Josh Gordon – Cleveland Browns

Josh Gordon was a significant 2012 second-round supplemental draft pick. His early career was explosive, featuring 137 receptions, 14 touchdowns, and over 2,400 yards in two seasons. Despite his initial success, Gordon faced challenges with suspension due to a league policy violation, resulting in his absence for the 2015 and 2016 seasons. His initial impact remains noteworthy.