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General information
DateApril 25–26, 2009
Time4:00 pm EDT (April 25)
10:00 am EDT (April 26)
LocationRadio City Music Hall
in New York City, NY
NetworksESPN, NFL Network
Overview
256 total selections in 7 rounds
LeagueNFL
First selectionMatthew Stafford, QB
Detroit Lions
Mr. IrrelevantRyan Succop, K
Kansas City Chiefs
Most selections (12)Dallas Cowboys
New England Patriots
Fewest selections (3)New York Jets
← 2008
2010 →

The 2009 NFL draft was the 74th annual meeting of National Football League (NFL) franchises to select newly eligible football players. The draft took place at Radio City Music Hall in New York City, New York, on April 25 and 26, 2009.[1][2] The draft consisted of two rounds on the first day, starting at 4:00 pm EDT, and five rounds on the second day, starting at 10:00 am EDT. To compensate for the time change from the previous year and in an effort to help shorten the draft, teams were no longer on the clock for 15 minutes in the first round and 10 minutes in the second round. Each team now had 10 minutes to make their selection in the first round and seven minutes in the second round. Rounds three through seven were shortened to five minutes per team. This was the first year that the NFL used this format and it was changed again the following year for the 2010 NFL draft. The 2009 NFL draft was televised by both NFL Network and ESPN and was the first to have cheerleaders. The Detroit Lions, who became the first team in NFL history to finish a season at 0–16, used the first selection in the draft to select University of Georgia quarterback Matthew Stafford.[3]

It was the first draft since 1983 that saw two centers being selected in the first round—Alex Mack at No. 21 to the Browns, and Eric Wood at No. 28 to the Bills. It was also the first time since the 1993 draft that a Miami Hurricanes player was not selected in the first round. As of the end of the 2018 season, the 2009 draft has seen 11 of the 32 first-round selections make the Pro Bowl, and 27 (including three punters) in total for the entire class.[4] It has been referred to as one of the worst drafts in league history.[5] This was the first time that a Mr. Irrelevant went on to win a Super Bowl (Ryan Succop).[6]

As of 2025, the only remaining active players in the NFL from the 2009 draft class are Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford, 49ers punter Thomas Morstead, and Giants placekicker Graham Gano.

Overview

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The following is the breakdown of the 256 players selected by position:

Player selections

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* = compensatory selection
^ = supplemental compensatory selection
† = Pro Bowler[7]
Positions key
Offense Defense Special teams
  1. ^ Sometimes referred to as an edge rusher (EDGE)
  2. ^ Includes nose tackle (NT)
  3. ^ Includes middle linebacker (MLB or MIKE), outside linebacker (OLB, WILL, SAM), and off-ball linebacker
  4. ^ Includes free safety (FS) and strong safety (SS)
  5. ^ Also known as a placekicker (PK)
  6. ^ Includes kickoff and punt returners
First overall pick Matthew Stafford is the fastest quarterback to reach 40,000 passing yards in NFL history and led the Los Angeles Rams to a victory in Super Bowl LVI.
Linebacker Brian Orakpo, taken 13th overall, was a 4-time Pro Bowl selection.
Cornerback Malcolm Jenkins, drafted 14th overall, won two Super Bowls with two different teams and was named to 3 Pro Bowls.
Linebacker Clay Matthews III, picked 26th overall, is a member of the Matthews family of football players and was one of the league's premier pass-rushers throughout his career.
Prominent centers taken in this draft (from top to bottom): Alex Mack, Eric Wood, and Max Unger.
Running back LeSean McCoy, drafted in the second round, is the Philadelphia Eagles' leader in career rushing yards, a 2-time All-Pro, a 6-time Pro Bowler, and 2-time Super Bowl champion.
Tight end Jared Cook, drafted in the third round, is a two-time Pro Bowl selection.
Punter Pat McAfee, selected in the 7th round, was a 2-time Pro Bowl selection and All-Pro for the Indianapolis Colts.
Slot receiver Julian Edelman, drafted in the seventh round, won three Super Bowls with the New England Patriots, and was selected as Super Bowl MVP of Super Bowl LIII.
Rnd. Pick No. NFL team Player Pos. College Conf. Notes
1 1 Detroit Lions Matthew Stafford † QB Georgia SEC
1 2 St. Louis Rams Jason Smith  OT Baylor Big 12
1 3 Kansas City Chiefs Tyson Jackson  DE LSU SEC
1 4 Seattle Seahawks Aaron Curry  LB Wake Forest ACC
1 5 New York Jets Mark Sanchez  QB USC Pac-10
from Cleveland [R1 - 1]
1 6 Cincinnati Bengals Andre Smith  OT Alabama SEC
1 7 Oakland Raiders Darrius Heyward-Bey  WR Maryland ACC
1 8 Jacksonville Jaguars Eugene Monroe  OT Virginia ACC
1 9 Green Bay Packers B. J. Raji † DT Boston College ACC
1 10 San Francisco 49ers Michael Crabtree  WR Texas Tech Big 12
1 11 Buffalo Bills Aaron Maybin  LB Penn State Big Ten
1 12 Denver Broncos Knowshon Moreno  RB Georgia SEC
1 13 Washington Redskins Brian Orakpo † OLB Texas Big 12
1 14 New Orleans Saints Malcolm Jenkins † CB Ohio State Big Ten
1 15 Houston Texans Brian Cushing † LB USC Pac-10
1 16 San Diego Chargers Larry English  DE Northern Illinois MAC
1 17 Tampa Bay Buccaneers Josh Freeman  QB Kansas State Big 12
from New York Jets via Cleveland[R1 - 2]
1 18 Denver Broncos Robert Ayers  DE Tennessee SEC
from Chicago [R1 - 3]
1 19 Philadelphia Eagles Jeremy Maclin † WR Missouri Big 12
from Tampa Bay via Cleveland[R1 - 4]
1 20 Detroit Lions Brandon Pettigrew  TE Oklahoma State Big 12
from Dallas [R1 - 5]
1 21 Cleveland Browns Alex Mack † C California Pac-10
from Philadelphia[R1 - 6]
1 22 Minnesota Vikings Percy Harvin † WR Florida SEC
1 23 Baltimore Ravens Michael Oher  OT Ole Miss SEC
from New England [R1 - 7]
1 24 Atlanta Falcons Peria Jerry  DT Ole Miss SEC
1 25 Miami Dolphins Vontae Davis † CB Illinois Big Ten
1 26 Green Bay Packers Clay Matthews † LB USC Pac-10
from Baltimore via New England[R1 - 8]
1 27 Indianapolis Colts Donald Brown  RB Connecticut Big East
1 28 Buffalo Bills Eric Wood † C Louisville Big East
from Carolina via Philadelphia[R1 - 9]
1 29 New York Giants Hakeem Nicks  WR North Carolina ACC
1 30 Tennessee Titans Kenny Britt  WR Rutgers Big East
1 31 Arizona Cardinals Beanie Wells  RB Ohio State Big Ten
1 32 Pittsburgh Steelers Ziggy Hood  DT Missouri Big 12
2 33 Detroit Lions Louis Delmas  S Western Michigan MAC
2 34 New England Patriots Patrick Chung  S Oregon Pac-10
from Kansas City [R2 - 1]
2 35 St. Louis Rams James Laurinaitis  LB Ohio State Big Ten
2 36 Cleveland Browns Brian Robiskie  WR Ohio State Big Ten
2 37 Denver Broncos Alphonso Smith  CB Wake Forest ACC
from Seattle [R2 - 2]
2 38 Cincinnati Bengals Rey Maualuga  LB USC Pac-10
2 39 Jacksonville Jaguars Eben Britton  OT Arizona Pac-10
2 40 New England Patriots Ron Brace  DT Boston College ACC
from Oakland [R2 - 3]
2 41 New England Patriots Darius Butler  CB Connecticut Big East
from Green Bay[R2 - 4]
2 42 Buffalo Bills Jairus Byrd † S Oregon Pac-10
2 43 Carolina Panthers Everette Brown  DE Florida State ACC
from San Francisco [R2 - 5]
2 44 Miami Dolphins Pat White  QB West Virginia Big East
from Washington [R2 - 6]
2 45 New York Giants Clint Sintim  LB Virginia ACC
from New Orleans [R2 - 7]
2 46 Houston Texans Connor Barwin † DE Cincinnati Big East
2 47 Oakland Raiders Michael Mitchell  S Ohio MAC
from San Diego via New England [R2 - 8]
2 48 Denver Broncos Darcel McBath  S Texas Tech Big 12
2 49 Seattle Seahawks Max Unger † C Oregon Pac-10
from Chicago[R2 - 9]
2 50 Cleveland Browns Mohamed Massaquoi  WR Georgia SEC
from Tampa Bay [R2 - 10]
2 51 Buffalo Bills Andy Levitre  G Oregon State Pac-10
from Dallas [R2 - 11]
2 52 Cleveland Browns David Veikune  DE Hawaii WAC
from New York Jets[R2 - 12]
2 53 Philadelphia Eagles LeSean McCoy † RB Pittsburgh Big East
2 54 Minnesota Vikings Phil Loadholt  OT Oklahoma Big 12
2 55 Atlanta Falcons William Moore † S Missouri Big 12
2 56 Indianapolis Colts Fili Moala  DT USC Pac-10
from Miami [R2 - 13]
2 57 Baltimore Ravens Paul Kruger  DE Utah MWC
2 58 New England Patriots Sebastian Vollmer  OT Houston C-USA
2 59 Carolina Panthers Sherrod Martin  CB Troy Sun Belt
2 60 New York Giants William Beatty  OT Connecticut Big East
2 61 Miami Dolphins Sean Smith  CB Utah MWC
from Indianapolis
2 62 Tennessee Titans Sen'Derrick Marks  DT Auburn SEC
2 63 Arizona Cardinals Cody Brown  DE Connecticut Big East
2 64 Denver Broncos Richard Quinn  TE North Carolina ACC
from Pittsburgh [R2 - 14]
3 65 New York Jets Shonn Greene  RB Iowa Big Ten
from Detroit [R3 - 1]
3 66 St. Louis Rams Bradley Fletcher  CB Iowa Big Ten
3 67 Kansas City Chiefs Alex Magee  DT Purdue Big Ten
3 68 Chicago Bears Jarron Gilbert  DT San Jose State WAC
from Seattle
3 69 Dallas Cowboys Jason Williams  LB Western Illinois MVFC
from Cleveland [R3 - 2]
3 70 Cincinnati Bengals Michael Johnson  DE Georgia Tech ACC
3 71 Oakland Raiders Matt Shaughnessy  DE Wisconsin Big Ten
3 72 Jacksonville Jaguars Terrance Knighton  DT Temple MAC
3 73 Jacksonville Jaguars Derek Cox  CB William & Mary CAA
from Green Bay via New England[R3 - 3]
3 74 San Francisco 49ers Glen Coffee  RB Alabama SEC
3 75 Dallas Cowboys Robert Brewster  OT Ball State MAC
from Buffalo[R3 - 4]
3 76 Detroit Lions DeAndre Levy  LB Wisconsin Big Ten
from New Orleans via New York Jets [R3 - 5]
3 77 Houston Texans Antoine Caldwell  C Alabama SEC
3 78 San Diego Chargers Louis Vasquez † G Texas Tech Big 12
3 79 Pittsburgh Steelers Kraig Urbik  G Wisconsin Big Ten
from Denver[R3 - 6]
3 80 Washington Redskins Kevin Barnes  CB Maryland ACC
3 81 Tampa Bay Buccaneers Roy Miller  DT Texas Big 12
3 82 Detroit Lions Derrick Williams  WR Penn State Big Ten
from Dallas[R3 - 7]
3 83 New England Patriots Brandon Tate  WR North Carolina ACC
from New York Jets via Green Bay [R3 - 8]
3 84 Pittsburgh Steelers Mike Wallace † WR Ole Miss SEC
from Chicago via Denver[R3 - 9]
3 85 New York Giants Ramses Barden  WR Cal Poly Great West
from Philadelphia [R3 - 10]
3 86 Minnesota Vikings Asher Allen  CB Georgia SEC
3 87 Miami Dolphins Patrick Turner  WR USC Pac-10
3 88 Baltimore Ravens Lardarius Webb  CB Nicholls State Southland
3 89 Tennessee Titans Jared Cook † TE South Carolina SEC
from New England [R3 - 11]
3 90 Atlanta Falcons Christopher Owens  CB San Jose State WAC
3 91 Seattle Seahawks Deon Butler  WR Penn State Big Ten
from New York Giants via Philadelphia [R3 - 12]
3 92 Indianapolis Colts Jerraud Powers  CB Auburn SEC
3 93 Carolina Panthers Corvey Irvin  DT Georgia SEC
3 94 Tennessee Titans Ryan Mouton  CB Hawaii WAC
3 95 Arizona Cardinals Rashad Johnson  S Alabama SEC
3 96 Pittsburgh Steelers Keenan Lewis  CB Oregon State Pac-10
3* 97 New England Patriots Tyrone McKenzie  LB South Florida Big East
3* 98 Cincinnati Bengals Chase Coffman  TE Missouri Big 12
3* 99 Chicago Bears Juaquin Iglesias  WR Oklahoma Big 12
3* 100 New York Giants Travis Beckum  TE Wisconsin Big Ten
4 101 Dallas Cowboys Stephen McGee  QB Texas A&M Big 12
from Detroit [R4 - 1]
4 102 Kansas City Chiefs Donald Washington  CB Ohio State Big Ten
4 103 St. Louis Rams Darell Scott  DT Clemson ACC
4 104 Cleveland Browns Kaluka Maiava  LB USC Pac-10
4 105 Chicago Bears Henry Melton † DE Texas Big 12
from Seattle
4 106 Cincinnati Bengals Jonathan Luigs  C Arkansas SEC
4 107 Jacksonville Jaguars Mike Thomas  WR Arizona Pac-10
4 108 Miami Dolphins Brian Hartline  WR Ohio State Big Ten
from Oakland [R4 - 2]
4 109 Green Bay Packers T. J. Lang † OT Eastern Michigan MAC
4 110 Dallas Cowboys Victor Butler  DE Oregon State Pac-10
from Buffalo[R4 - 3]
4 111 Carolina Panthers Mike Goodson  RB Texas A&M Big 12
from San Francisco
4 112 Houston Texans Glover Quin † S New Mexico MWC
4 113 San Diego Chargers Vaughn Martin  DT Western OUA
4 114 Denver Broncos David Bruton  S Notre Dame Ind. (FBS)
4 115 Detroit Lions Sammie Hill  DT Stillman SIAC
from Washington via New York Jets [R4 - 4]
4 116 New Orleans Saints Chip Vaughn  S Wake Forest ACC
4 117 Tampa Bay Buccaneers Kyle Moore  DE USC Pac-10
4 118 New Orleans Saints Stanley Arnoux  LB Wake Forest ACC
from New York Jets[R4 - 5]
4 119 Chicago Bears D. J. Moore  CB Vanderbilt SEC
4 120 Dallas Cowboys Brandon Williams  DE Texas Tech Big 12
4 121 Buffalo Bills Shawn Nelson  TE Southern Miss C-USA
from Philadelphia[R4 - 6]
4 122 Houston Texans Anthony Hill  TE NC State ACC
from Minnesota [R4 - 7]
4 123 New England Patriots Rich Ohrnberger  G Penn State Big Ten
from Baltimore [R4 - 8]
4 124 Oakland Raiders Louis Murphy  WR Florida SEC
from New England[R4 - 9]
4 125 Atlanta Falcons Lawrence Sidbury  DE Richmond CAA
4 126 Oakland Raiders Slade Norris  DE Oregon State Pac-10
from Miami[R4 - 10]
4 127 Indianapolis Colts Austin Collie  WR BYU MWC
4 128 Carolina Panthers Tony Fiammetta  FB Syracuse Big East
4 129 New York Giants Andre Brown  RB NC State ACC
4 130 Tennessee Titans Gerald McRath  LB Southern Miss C-USA
4 131 Arizona Cardinals Greg Toler  CB St. Paul's (VA) CIAA
4 132 Denver Broncos Seth Olsen  OT Iowa Big Ten
from Pittsburgh[R4 - 11]
4* 133 San Diego Chargers Tyronne Green  G Auburn SEC
4* 134 San Diego Chargers Gartrell Johnson  RB Colorado State MWC
4* 135 Tennessee Titans Troy Kropog  OT Tulane C-USA
4* 136 Indianapolis Colts Terrance Taylor  DT Michigan Big Ten
5 137 Baltimore Ravens Jason Phillips  LB TCU MWC
from Detroit via Seattle, Philadelphia, and New England [R5 - 1]
5 138 Atlanta Falcons William Middleton  CB Furman SoCon
from St. Louis [R5 - 2]
5 139 Kansas City Chiefs Colin Brown  OT Missouri Big 12
5 140 Chicago Bears Johnny Knox † WR Abilene Christian LSC
from Seattle via Denver [R5 - 3][R5 - 4]
5 141 Denver Broncos Kenny McKinley  WR South Carolina SEC
from Cleveland via Philadelphia, New England, and Baltimore [R5 - 5]
5 142 Cincinnati Bengals Kevin Huber † P Cincinnati Big East
5 143 Dallas Cowboys DeAngelo Smith  CB Cincinnati Big East
from Oakland via Atlanta [R5 - 6]
5 144 Jacksonville Jaguars Jarett Dillard  WR Rice C-USA
5 145 Green Bay Packers Quinn Johnson  FB LSU SEC
5 146 San Francisco 49ers Scott McKillop  LB Pittsburgh Big East
5 147 Buffalo Bills Nic Harris  S Oklahoma Big 12
5 148 San Diego Chargers Brandon Hughes  CB Oregon State Pac-10
5 149 Baltimore Ravens Davon Drew  TE East Carolina C-USA
from Denver
5 150 Minnesota Vikings Jasper Brinkley  LB South Carolina SEC
from Washington
5 151 New York Giants Rhett Bomar  QB Sam Houston State Southland
from New Orleans[R5 - 7]
5 152 Houston Texans James Casey  TE Rice C-USA
5 153 Philadelphia Eagles Cornelius Ingram  TE Florida SEC
from New York Jets [R5 - 8]
5 154 Chicago Bears Marcus Freeman  LB Ohio State Big Ten
5 155 Tampa Bay Buccaneers Xavier Fulton  OT Illinois Big Ten
5 156 Atlanta Falcons Garrett Reynolds  OT North Carolina ACC
from Dallas
5 157 Philadelphia Eagles Macho Harris  CB Virginia Tech ACC
5 158 Washington Redskins Cody Glenn  LB Nebraska Big 12
from Minnesota
5 159 Philadelphia Eagles Fenuki Tupou  OT Oregon Pac-10
from New England [R5 - 9]
5 160 St. Louis Rams Brooks Foster  WR North Carolina ACC
from Atlanta[R5 - 10]
5 161 Miami Dolphins John Nalbone  TE Monmouth (NJ) NEC
5 162 Green Bay Packers Jamon Meredith  OT South Carolina SEC
from Baltimore via New England[R5 - 11]
5 163 Carolina Panthers Duke Robinson  G Oklahoma Big 12
5 164 New Orleans Saints Thomas Morstead † P SMU C-USA
from Philadelphia via New York Giants
5 165 Miami Dolphins Chris Clemons  S Clemson ACC
from Indianapolis
5 166 Dallas Cowboys Michael Hamlin  S Clemson ACC
from Tennessee [R5 - 12]
5 167 Arizona Cardinals Herman Johnson  G LSU SEC
5 168 Pittsburgh Steelers Joe Burnett  CB UCF C-USA
5* 169 Pittsburgh Steelers Frank Summers  FB UNLV MWC
5* 170 New England Patriots George Bussey  G Louisville Big East
5* 171 San Francisco 49ers Nate Davis  QB Ball State MAC
5* 172 Dallas Cowboys David Buehler  K USC Pac-10
5* 173 Tennessee Titans Javon Ringer  RB Michigan State Big Ten
6 174 Denver Broncos Tom Brandstater  QB Fresno State WAC
from Detroit
6 175 Kansas City Chiefs Quinten Lawrence  WR McNeese State Southland
6 176 Atlanta Falcons Spencer Adkins  LB Miami (FL) ACC
from St. Louis[R6 - 1]
6 177 Cleveland Browns Don Carey  CB Norfolk State MEAC
6 178 Seattle Seahawks Mike Teel  QB Rutgers Big East
6 179 Cincinnati Bengals Morgan Trent  CB Michigan Big Ten
6 180 Jacksonville Jaguars Zach Miller  TE Nebraska–Omaha MIAA
6 181 Miami Dolphins Andrew Gardner  OT Georgia Tech ACC
from Oakland[R6 - 2]
6 182 Green Bay Packers Jarius Wynn  DE Georgia SEC
6 183 Buffalo Bills Cary Harris  CB USC Pac-10
6 184 San Francisco 49ers Bear Pascoe  TE Fresno State WAC
6 185 Baltimore Ravens Cedric Peerman † RB Virginia ACC
from Denver
6 186 Washington Redskins Robert Henson  LB TCU MWC
6 187 Green Bay Packers Brandon Underwood  CB Cincinnati Big East
from New Orleans [R6 - 3]
6 188 Houston Texans Brice McCain  CB Utah MWC
6 189 San Diego Chargers Kevin Ellison  S USC Pac-10
6 190 Chicago Bears Al Afalava  S Oregon State Pac-10
6 191 Cleveland Browns Coye Francies  CB San Jose State WAC
from Tampa Bay via Chicago and Tampa Bay [R6 - 4] [R6 - 5][R6 - 6]
6 192 Detroit Lions Aaron Brown  RB TCU MWC
from Dallas[R6 - 7]
6 193 New York Jets Matt Slauson  G Nebraska Big 12
6 194 Philadelphia Eagles Brandon Gibson  WR Washington State Pac-10
6 195 Cleveland Browns James Davis  RB Clemson ACC
from Minnesota via Philadelphia [R6 - 8][R6 - 9]
6 196 St. Louis Rams Keith Null  QB West Texas A&M LSC
from Atlanta[R6 - 10]
6 197 Dallas Cowboys Hodge, StephenStephen Hodge  S TCU MWC
from Miami [R6 - 11]; Never played a game in the NFL
6 198 New England Patriots Jake Ingram  LS Hawaii WAC
from Baltimore
6 199 Oakland Raiders Stryker Sulak  DE Missouri Big 12
from New England[R6 - 12]
6 200 New York Giants DeAndre Wright  CB New Mexico MWC
6 201 Indianapolis Colts Curtis Painter  QB Purdue Big Ten
6 202 Oakland Raiders Brandon Myers  TE Iowa Big Ten
from Carolina
6 203 Tennessee Titans Jason McCourty  CB Rutgers Big East
6 204 Arizona Cardinals Will Davis  DE Illinois Big Ten
6 205 Pittsburgh Steelers Ra'Shon Harris  DT Oregon Pac-10
6* 206 Tennessee Titans Dominique Edison  WR Stephen F. Austin Southland
6* 207 New England Patriots Myron Pryor  DT Kentucky SEC
6* 208 Dallas Cowboys John Phillips  TE Virginia ACC
6* 209 Cincinnati Bengals Bernard Scott  RB Abilene Christian LSC
7 210 Atlanta Falcons Vance Walker  DT Georgia Tech ACC
from Detroit via Dallas[R7 - 1]
7 211 St. Louis Rams Chris Ogbonnaya  RB Texas Big 12
7 212 Kansas City Chiefs Javarris Williams  RB Tennessee State OVC
7 213 Philadelphia Eagles Paul Fanaika  G Arizona State Pac-10
from Seattle
7 214 Miami Dolphins J. D. Folsom  LB Weber State Big Sky
from Cleveland [R7 - 2]
7 215 Cincinnati Bengals Fui Vakapuna  RB BYU MWC
7 216 Carolina Panthers Captain Munnerlyn  CB South Carolina SEC
from Oakland
7 217 Tampa Bay Buccaneers E. J. Biggers  CB Western Michigan MAC
from Jacksonville [R7 - 3]
7 218 Green Bay Packers Brad Jones  LB Colorado Big 12
7 219 San Francisco 49ers Curtis Taylor  S LSU SEC
7 220 Buffalo Bills Ellis Lankster  CB West Virginia Big East
7 221 Washington Redskins Eddie Williams  TE Idaho WAC
from Washington via Minnesota [R7 - 4]
7 222 Indianapolis Colts Pat McAfee † P West Virginia Big East
from New Orleans via Philadelphia Eagles
7 223 Houston Texans Troy Nolan  S Arizona State Pac-10
7 224 San Diego Chargers Demetrius Byrd  WR LSU SEC
7 225 Denver Broncos Blake Schlueter  C TCU MWC
7 226 Pittsburgh Steelers A. Q. Shipley  C Penn State Big Ten
from Tampa Bay [R7 - 5]
7 227 Dallas Cowboys Mike Mickens  CB Cincinnati Big East
7 228 Detroit Lions Lydon Murtha  OT Nebraska Big 12
from New York Jets
7 229 Dallas Cowboys Manuel Johnson  WR Oklahoma Big 12
from Chicago via Tampa Bay and Detroit[R7 - 6]
7 230 Philadelphia Eagles Moise Fokou  LB Maryland ACC
7 231 Minnesota Vikings Jamarca Sanford  S Ole Miss SEC
7 232 New England Patriots Julian Edelman  WR Kent State MAC
from Miami via Jacksonville [R7 - 7] Super Bowl LIII MVP
7 233 Tampa Bay Buccaneers Sammie Stroughter  WR Oregon State Pac-10
from Baltimore [R7 - 8]
7 234 New England Patriots Darryl Richard  DT Georgia Tech ACC
7 235 Detroit Lions Zack Follett  LB California Pac-10
from Atlanta via Denver [R7 - 9]
7 236 Indianapolis Colts Jaimie Thomas  OT Maryland ACC
7 237 Kansas City Chiefs Jake O'Connell  TE Miami (OH) MAC
from Carolina via Miami [R7 - 10]
7 238 New York Giants Stoney Woodson  CB South Carolina SEC
7 239 Tennessee Titans Ryan Durand  G Syracuse Big East
7 240 Arizona Cardinals LaRod Stephens-Howling  RB Pittsburgh Big East
7 241 Pittsburgh Steelers David Johnson  TE Arkansas State Sun Belt
7* 242 Tennessee Titans Nick Schommer  S North Dakota State MVFC
7* 243 Washington Redskins Marko Mitchell  WR Nevada WAC
7* 244 San Francisco 49ers Ricky Jean-Francois  DT LSU SEC
7* 245 Seattle Seahawks Courtney Greene  S Rutgers Big East
7* 246 Chicago Bears Lance Louis  G San Diego State MWC
7* 247 Seattle Seahawks Nick Reed  DE Oregon Pac-10
7* 248 Seattle Seahawks Cameron Morrah  TE California Pac-10
7* 249 Cincinnati Bengals Clinton McDonald  DE Memphis C-USA
7* 250 Jacksonville Jaguars Rashad Jennings  RB Liberty Big South
7* 251 Chicago Bears Derek Kinder  WR Pittsburgh Big East
7* 252 Cincinnati Bengals Brown, FreddieFreddie Brown  WR Utah MWC
7* 253 Jacksonville Jaguars Tiquan Underwood  WR Rutgers Big East
7* 254 Arizona Cardinals Trevor Canfield  G Cincinnati Big East
7^ 255 Detroit Lions Dan Gronkowski  TE Maryland ACC
7^ 256 Kansas City Chiefs Ryan Succop  K South Carolina SEC

Trades

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NFL commissioner Roger Goodell announcing a pick at the 2009 draft.

In the explanations below, (D) denotes trades that took place during the draft, while (PD) indicates trades completed pre-draft.

Round one
  1. ^ #5: Cleveland → New York Jets (D). Cleveland traded its first-round selection (5th overall, used to select Mark Sanchez) to the Jets for the Jets' first- and second-round selections (17th overall, traded to Tampa Bay, who selected Josh Freeman; and 52nd overall, used to select David Veikune), Kenyon Coleman, Brett Ratliff, and Abram Elam.[source 1]
  2. ^ #17: multiple trades:
    #17: New York Jets → Cleveland (D). See #5: Cleveland → New York Jets above.
    #17: Cleveland → Tampa Bay (D). Cleveland traded its first-round selection it acquired from the Jets (17th overall, used to select Josh Freeman) to Tampa Bay for first- and sixth-round selections (19th overall, traded to Philadelphia, who selected Jeremy Maclin; and 191st overall, used to select Coye Francies).[source 2]
  3. ^ #18: Chicago → Denver (PD). Chicago traded its 2009 first- and third-round selections (18th overall, used to select Robert Ayers; and 84th overall, traded to Pittsburgh, who selected Mike Wallace), its 2010 first-round selection, and Kyle Orton to Denver for Jay Cutler and one of Denver's 2009 fifth-round selections (140th overall, used to select Johnny Knox).[source 3]
  4. ^ #19: multiple trades:
    #19: Tampa Bay → Cleveland (D). See #17: Cleveland → Tampa Bay above.
    #19: Cleveland → Philadelphia (D). Cleveland traded the first-round selection it acquired from Tampa Bay (19th overall, used to select Jeremy Maclin) to Philadelphia for first- and sixth-round selections (21st and 195th overall, used to select Alex Mack and James Davis, respectively).[source 4]
  5. ^ #20: Dallas → Detroit (PD). Dallas traded its first-, third-, and sixth-round selections (20th, 82nd, and 192nd overall, used to select Brandon Pettigrew, Derrick Williams, and Aaron Brown, respectively) to Detroit for wide receiver Roy Williams and a seventh-round selection (210th overall, traded to Atlanta, who selected Vance Walker).[source 5]
  6. ^ #21: Philadelphia → Cleveland (D). See #19: Cleveland → Philadelphia above.
  7. ^ #23: New England → Baltimore (D). New England traded its first-round selection (23rd overall, used to select Michael Oher) to Baltimore for first- and fifth-round selections (26th overall, traded to Green Bay, who selected Clay Matthews; and 162nd overall, traded to Green Bay, who selected Jamon Meredith).[source 6]
  8. ^ #26: multiple trades:
    #26: Baltimore → New England (D). See #23: New England → Baltimore above.
    #26 New England → Green Bay (D). New England traded the first-round selection it acquired from Baltimore (26th overall, used to select Clay Matthews) and a fifth-round selection (162nd overall) to Green Bay for a second-round selection (41st overall, used to select Darius Butler) and two third-round selections (73rd overall, traded to Jacksonville, who selected Derek Cox; and 83rd overall, used to select Brandon Tate).[source 7]
  9. ^ #28: multiple trades:
    #28: Carolina → Philadelphia (PD). Carolina traded its 2009 first-round selection (28th overall, which was traded to Buffalo, used to select Eric Wood), and its 2008 second- and fourth-round selections (43rd overall, which was traded to Minnesota, who selected Tyrell Johnson; and 109th overall, used to select Mike McGlynn) to Philadelphia for its 2008 first-round selection (19th overall, used to select Jeff Otah).[source 8]
    #28: Philadelphia → Buffalo (PD). Philadelphia traded the 2009 first-round selection it acquired from Carolina (28th overall, used to select Eric Wood) and its 2009 fourth-round selection (121st overall) to Buffalo for Jason Peters.[source 9]
Round two
  1. ^ #34: Kansas City → New England (PD). Kansas City traded this selection (34th overall) to New England for Matt Cassel and Mike Vrabel.[source 10]
  2. ^ #37 Seattle → Denver (D). Seattle traded this selection to Denver for Denver's 2010 first-round selection.[source 11]
  3. ^ #40: Oakland → New England (D). Oakland traded this selection (40th overall, used to select Ron Brace) to New England for second-, fourth- and sixth-round selections (47th, 124th, 199th overall, respectively).[source 12]
  4. ^ #41: Green Bay → New England (D). See #26: New England → Green Bay above.
  5. ^ #43 San Francisco → Carolina (D). San Francisco traded its 2009 second- and fourth-round selections (43rd and 111th overall, used to select Everette Brown and Mike Goodson, respectively) to Carolina for Carolina's 2010 first-round selection.[source 13]
  6. ^ #44: Washington → Miami (PD). Washington traded this selection (44th overall) and its 2010 sixth-round selection to Miami for Jason Taylor.[source 14]
  7. ^ #45: New Orleans → New York Giants (PD). New Orleans traded its second- and fifth-round selections (45th and 151st overall, respectively) to the Giants for Jeremy Shockey.[source 15]
  8. ^ #47: multiple trades:
    #47: San Diego → New England (PD). San Diego traded its 2008 second-round selection (47th overall) and its 2008 fifth-round selection (160th overall, traded to Tampa Bay, who selected Josh Johnson) to New England for one of New England's 2008 third-round selections (69th overall, used to select Jacob Hester).[source 16]
    #47: New England → Oakland (D). See #40: Oakland → New England above.
  9. ^ #49: Chicago → Seattle (D). Chicago traded this selection to Seattle for Seattle's third- and fourth-round selections (68th and 105th overall, respectively).
  10. ^ #50: Tampa Bay → Cleveland(PD). Tampa Bay traded this selection and its 2010 fifth-round selection to Cleveland for Kellen Winslow, Jr.[source 17]
  11. ^ #51: Dallas → Buffalo (D). Dallas traded this selection to Buffalo for Buffalo's third- and fourth-round selections (75th and 110th overall).[source 18]
  12. ^ #52 New York Jets → Cleveland (D). See #5: Cleveland → New York Jets above.
  13. ^ #56: Miami → Indianapolis (D). Miami traded this selection to Indianapolis for Indianapolis' second- and fifth-round selections (61st and 165th overall, respectively).[citation needed]
  14. ^ #64: Pittsburgh → Denver (D). Pittsburgh traded its second- and fourth-round selections (64th and 132nd overall, used to select Richard Quinn and Seth Olsen, respectively) to Denver for two third-round selections (79th and 84th overall, used to select Kraig Urbik and Mike Wallace, respectively).
Round three
  1. ^ #65: Detroit → New York Jets (D). Detroit traded this selection (used to select Shonn Greene) to the New York Jets for the Jets' 2008 third-, fourth-, and seventh-round selections (76th overall), used to select DeAndre Levy, 115th overall, used to select Sammie Lee Hill.[source 19]
  2. ^ #69: Cleveland → Dallas (PD). Cleveland traded this selection (used to select Jason Williams) to Dallas for its 2008 fourth-round selection (111th overall, used to select Martin Rucker).[source 20]
  3. ^ #73: multiple trades:
    #73: Green Bay → New England (D). See #26: New England → Green Bay above.
    #73: New England → Jacksonville (D). New England traded this selection to Jacksonville for its 2010 second-round selection and 2009 seventh-round selection (232nd overall, used to select Julian Edelman).
  4. ^ #75: Buffalo → Dallas (D). See #51: Dallas → Buffalo above.
  5. ^ #76: New Orleans → New York Jets (PD). New Orleans traded its 2008 third-round selection (76th overall, traded to Detroit, who selected DeAndre Levy) and 2008 fourth-round selection (113th overall, which was traded to Green Bay, which was traded back to the Jets, who selected Dwight Lowery) to the Jets for Jonathan Vilma and the Jets' 2008 fourth-round selection (118th overall, used to select Stanley Arnoux).[source 21] New Orleans conditionally traded a fourth-round selection to the New York Jets, but Vilma met playtime incentives that upgraded the selection to the third round.
  6. ^ #79 Denver → Pittsburgh (D). See #64: Pittsburgh → Denver above.
  7. ^ #82 Dallas → Detroit (PD). See #20: Dallas → Detroit above.
  8. ^ #83: multiple trades
    #83: New York Jets → Green Bay (PD). The Jets traded this selection to Green Bay for Brett Favre. The conditional selection, originally a fourth-round selection, became a third-round selection (83rd overall) because Favre took more than 50 percent of the team's snaps; had the Jets made the playoffs, it would have become a second-round selection.[source 22]
    #83: Green Bay → New England (D) See #26: New England → Green Bay above.
  9. ^ #84: multiple trades:
    #84: Chicago → Denver (PD). See #18: Chicago → Denver above.
    #84 Denver → Pittsburgh (D). See #64: Pittsburgh → Denver above.
  10. ^ #85: Philadelphia → New York Giants (PD). Philadelphia traded this selection (used to select Ramses Barden) to the Giants for their third- and fifth-round selections (91st overall, traded to Seattle, who selected Deon Butler, and 164th overall, traded to New Orleans, who selected Thomas Morstead).
  11. ^ #89: New England → Tennessee (D). New England traded this selection (used to select Jared Cook) to Tennessee for its 2010 second-round selection.
  12. ^ #91: multiple trades:
    #91: New York Giants → Philadelphia (PD). New York traded this selection to Philadelphia.
    #91: Philadelphia → Seattle (D). Philadelphia traded this selection to Seattle for their 2010 third round selection and 2008 fifth- and seventh-round selections (137th overall, traded to New England then Baltimore, who selected Jason Phillips, and 213rd overall, used to select Paul Fanaika).
Round four
  1. ^ #101: Detroit → Dallas (PD). Detroit traded its 2008 fourth-round selection (101st overall) and its 2008 third-round selection (111th overall, which was traded to Cleveland, who selected Martin Rucker) to Dallas for its 2008 third-round selection (92nd overall, used to select Cliff Avril).[source 23]
  2. ^ #108: Oakland → Miami (D). Oakland traded its fourth- and sixth-round selections (108th and 181st overall, respectively) to Miami for Samson Satele and Miami's fourth-round selection (126th overall).[source 24]
  3. ^ #110: Buffalo → Dallas (D). See #51: Dallas → Buffalo above.
  4. ^ #115: Washington → New York Jets (PD). Washington traded its 2008 fourth-round selection (115th overall) to the New York Jets for Pete Kendall prior to the 2007 season. Washington conditionally traded a 2008 fifth-round selection, but Kendall played 80 percent of the snaps for Washington in 2007, so Washington traded a 2008 fourth-round selection instead.[source 25]
  5. ^ #118 New York Jets → New Orleans (PD). See #76: New Orleans → New York Jets above.
  6. ^ #121: Philadelphia → Buffalo (PD). See #28: Philadelphia → Buffalo above.
  7. ^ #122: Minnesota → Houston (PD). Minnesota traded its fourth-round selection (122nd overall) to Houston for Sage Rosenfels.[source 26]
  8. ^ #123: Baltimore → New England (PD). Baltimore traded its 2008 fourth-round selection (123rd overall) and its 2008 sixth-round selection (198th overall) to New England for their two 2008 fifth-round selections (137th and 141st overall).[source 27]
  9. ^ #124: New England → Oakland (D). See #40: Oakland → New England above.
  10. ^ #126: Miami → Oakland (D). See #108: Oakland → Miami above.
  11. ^ #132 Pittsburgh → Denver (D). See #64: Pittsburgh → Denver above.
Round five
  1. ^ #137: Detroit → Seattle → Philadelphia → New England → Baltimore
    #137: Detroit → Seattle (D).Detroit traded Cory Redding and its fifth-round selection (137th overall) to Seattle for Julian Peterson.
    Seattle traded the 137th pick to Philadelphia. Philadelphia traded two fifth-round picks (137th and 141st overall) to New England for cornerback Ellis Hobbs. New England traded this pick to Baltimore.[source 28]
  2. ^ #138: St. Louis → Atlanta St. Louis traded its fifth- and sixth-round selections (138th and 176th overall, respectively) to Atlanta in exchange for Laurent Robinson and Atlanta's fifth- and sixth-round selections (160th and 196th overall, respectively).[source 29]
  3. ^ #140: Seattle → Denver
    Seattle traded its fifth-round selection (140th overall) to Denver for Keary Colbert.[source 30]
  4. ^ #140: Denver → Chicago
    See #18: Chicago → Denver above.
  5. ^ #141: Cleveland → Philadelphia
    Cleveland traded its 2008 fifth-round selection (141st overall) to Philadelphia for its 2008 sixth-round selection (191st overall, used to select Paul Hubbard).[source 23]
  6. ^ #143: Oakland → Atlanta
    Oakland traded its 2008 fifth-round selection (143rd overall) and a 2008 second-round selection (34th overall, which was traded to Washington, who selected Devin Thomas) to Atlanta for DeAngelo Hall.[source 31]
  7. ^ #151: New Orleans → New York Giants
    See #45: New Orleans → New York Giants above.
  8. ^ #153: New York Jets → Philadelphia
    The New York Jets traded their fifth-round selection (153rd overall) and a 2010 conditional selection to Philadelphia for Lito Sheppard.[source 32]
  9. ^ #159: New England → Philadelphia
    New England traded its 2008 fifth-round selection (159th overall) to Philadelphia for Greg Lewis and a 2010 seventh-round selection.[source 33]
  10. ^ #160: Atlanta → St. Louis
    See #138: St. Louis → Atlanta above.
  11. ^ #162: Baltimore → New England → Green Bay
    See #23: Baltimore → New England and #26: Green Bay → New England above.
  12. ^ #166: Tennessee → Dallas
    Dallas originally traded its 2008 sixth-round selection, and a 2008 fourth-round selection (126th overall, used to select Lavelle Hawkins), to Tennessee for Adam "Pacman" Jones.[source 34] However, Jones' suspension on October 15, 2008, triggered a clause in the agreement that canceled the sixth-round trade and required Tennessee to give its fifth-round selection (166th overall) to Dallas.[source 35]
Round six
  1. ^ #176: St. Louis → Atlanta
    See #138: St. Louis → Atlanta above.
  2. ^ #181: Oakland → Miami
    See #108: Oakland → Miami above.
  3. ^ #187: New Orleans → Green Bay
    New Orleans traded its 2008 sixth-round selection (187th overall) to Green Bay for its 2008 seventh-round selection (237th overall, used to select Adrian Arrington).[source 36]
  4. ^ #191: Tampa Bay → Chicago
    Tampa Bay traded its sixth-round selection (191st overall) to Chicago for Brian Griese.[source 37]
  5. ^ #191: Chicago → Tampa Bay
    Chicago traded the sixth-round selection it acquired from Tampa Bay (191st overall), along with its seventh-round selection (229th overall) to Tampa Bay for Dan Buenning.[source 38]
  6. ^ #191: Tampa Bay → Cleveland
    See #17 Cleveland → Tampa Bay above.
  7. ^ #192 Dallas → Detroit
    See #20: Dallas → Detroit above.
  8. ^ #195: Minnesota → Philadelphia
    Minnesota traded its sixth-round selection to Philadelphia for Kelly Holcomb.[source 39]
  9. ^ #195: Philadelphia → Cleveland
    See #19 Cleveland → Philadelphia above.
  10. ^ #196: Atlanta → St. Louis
    See #138: St. Louis → Atlanta above.
  11. ^ #197: Miami → Dallas. Miami traded its 2008 sixth-round selection (197th overall) and its 2008 sixth-round selection (167th overall, used to select Erik Walden) to Dallas for Jason Ferguson and Dallas' 2008 sixth-round selection (195th overall, used to select Donald Thomas).[source 40]
  12. ^ #199: New England → Oakland
    See #40: Oakland → New England above.
Round seven
  1. ^ #210: Detroit → Dallas See #20: Dallas → Detroit above.
  2. ^ #214: Cleveland → Miami (PD). Cleveland traded this selection to Miami for Travis Daniels.[source 41]
  3. ^ #217: Jacksonville → Tampa Bay (PD). Jacksonville traded its 2008 seventh-round selection (217th overall) and its 2008 second- and fifth-round selections (58th overall, used to select wide receiver Dexter Jackson, and 158th overall, traded to Chicago, who selected Kellen Davis) to Tampa Bay for its 2008 second-round selection (52nd overall, used to select Quentin Groves).[source 23]
  4. ^ #221: Washington → Minnesota (PD). Washington traded this selection to Minnesota for Erasmus James.[source 42]
  5. ^ #226: Tampa Bay → Pittsburgh (PD). Tampa Bay traded this selection to Pittsburgh for Sean Mahan.[source 43]
  6. ^ #229 Chicago → Tampa Bay (PD). See #191: Chicago → Tampa Bay above.
  7. ^ #232: Miami → Jacksonville (PD). Miami traded this selection to Jacksonville for Tony McDaniel.[source 44]
  8. ^ #233: Baltimore → Tampa Bay (PD). Baltimore traded a 2008 seventh-round selection (233rd overall) and a conditional 2010 selection to Tampa Bay for Marques Douglas.[source 45]
  9. ^ #235: Atlanta → Denver (PD). Atlanta traded this selection to Denver for Domonique Foxworth[source 46]
  10. ^ #237: Carolina → Miami (PD). Carolina traded this selection to Miami for Josh McCown.[source 47]

Supplemental draft selections

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One player was selected in the 2009 Supplemental Draft:

Rnd. Pick No. NFL team Player Pos. College Conf. Notes
3 — Washington Redskins Jeremy Jarmon  DE Kentucky SEC
The Redskins thus forfeited their third-round selection in the 2010 draft.[8]

Notable undrafted players

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† = Pro Bowler[7]
Original NFL team Player Pos. College Conf. Notes
Arizona Cardinals Reggie Walker  LB Kansas State Big 12
Baltimore Ravens Dannell Ellerbe  LB Georgia SEC
Baltimore Ravens Graham Gano † K Florida State ACC
Buffalo Bills Ryan Manalac  LB Cincinnati Big East
Buffalo Bills Ashlee Palmer  LB Mississippi SEC
Buffalo Bills Garrison Sanborn  LS Florida State ACC
Carolina Panthers Brit Miller  FB Illinois Big Ten
Carolina Panthers Nick Sundberg  LS California Pac-10
Carolina Panthers Garry Williams  T Kentucky SEC
Cincinnati Bengals Quan Cosby  WR Texas Big 12
Cincinnati Bengals Tom Nelson  S Illinois State MVFC
Cincinnati Bengals Chris Pressley  RB Wisconsin Big Ten
Cincinnati Bengals Dan Skuta  LB Grand Valley State GLIAC
Cleveland Browns Marcus Benard  LB Jackson State SWAC
Cleveland Browns Jordan Norwood  WR Penn State Big Ten
Dallas Cowboys Kevin Ogletree  WR Virginia ACC
Denver Broncos Chris Baker  DE Hampton MEAC
Denver Broncos Britton Colquitt  P Tennessee SEC
Green Bay Packers Graham Harrell  QB Texas Tech Big 12
Green Bay Packers Evan Smith  C Idaho State Big Sky
Green Bay Packers Ronald Talley  DE Delaware CAA
Houston Texans Arian Foster † RB Tennessee SEC
Houston Texans Tim Jamison  DE Michigan Big Ten
Indianapolis Colts Colin Cloherty  TE Brown Ivy
Indianapolis Colts Ramon Humber  LB North Dakota State MVFC
Indianapolis Colts Jacob Lacey  CB Oklahoma State Big 12
Indianapolis Colts Tim Masthay  P Kentucky SEC
Jacksonville Jaguars Russell Allen  LB San Diego State MWC
Jacksonville Jaguars Brock Bolen  FB Louisville Big East
Kansas City Chiefs Jovan Belcher  LB Maine CAA
Kansas City Chiefs Tom Crabtree  TE Miami (OH) MAC
Kansas City Chiefs Tanner Purdum  LS Baker HAAC
Kansas City Chiefs Pierre Walters  LB Eastern Illinois OVC
Miami Dolphins Ryan Baker  DE Purdue Big Ten
Minnesota Vikings Colt Anderson  S Montana Big Sky
Minnesota Vikings Kahlil Bell  RB UCLA Pac-10
Minnesota Vikings Jon Cooper  C Oklahoma Big 12
Minnesota Vikings Robert Francois  LB Boston College ACC
New England Patriots Brian Hoyer  QB Michigan State Big Ten
New Orleans Saints Jonathan Casillas  LB Wisconsin Big Ten
New Orleans Saints Danny Gorrer  CB Texas A&M Big 12
New Orleans Saints Jermey Parnell  OT Mississippi SEC
New York Jets T. J. Conley  P Idaho WAC
New York Jets Josh Mauga  LB Nevada WAC
New York Jets Zach Potter  TE Nebraska Big 12
Oakland Raiders Desmond Bryant  DT Harvard Ivy
Oakland Raiders Nick Miller  WR Southern Utah Great West
Philadelphia Eagles Reshard Langford  S Vanderbilt SEC
Philadelphia Eagles Dallas Reynolds  C BYU MWC
Pittsburgh Steelers Ramon Foster  G Tennessee SEC
Pittsburgh Steelers Steve McLendon  DT Troy Sun Belt
St. Louis Rams Phil Trautwein  OT Florida SEC
San Diego Chargers Kory Sperry  TE Colorado State MWC
San Diego Chargers C. J. Spillman  S Marshall C-USA
San Francisco 49ers Alex Boone  OT Ohio State Big Ten
San Francisco 49ers Diyral Briggs  LB Bowling Green MAC
Seattle Seahawks Michael Bennett † DT Texas A&M Big 12
Tampa Bay Buccaneers Demar Dotson  OT Southern Mississippi C-USA
Tampa Bay Buccaneers Kareem Huggins  RB Hofstra CAA
Tampa Bay Buccaneers Josh Vaughan  RB Richmond CAA
Washington Redskins Chase Daniel  QB Missouri Big 12
Washington Redskins Antonio Dixon  NT Miami (FL) ACC
Washington Redskins Edwin Williams  OT Maryland ACC
Washington Redskins Darrel Young  RB Villanova CAA

Selections by conference

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Selection totals by college conference:

# Conference Players
selected 		Division
1 Southeastern Conference 37 I FBS
2 Atlantic Coast Conference 32 I FBS
2 Pac-10 Conference 32 I FBS
4 Big 12 Conference 28 I FBS
4 Big Ten Conference 28 I FBS
6 Big East Conference 27 I FBS
7 Mountain West Conference 16 I FBS
8 Conference USA 10 I FBS
8 Mid-American Conference 10 I FBS
8 Western Athletic Conference 10 I FBS
11 Southland Conference 4 I FCS
12 Lone Star Conference 4 II
13 Colonial Athletic Association 2 I FCS
13 Sun Belt Conference 2 I FBS
15 Big South Conference 1 I FCS
15 Big Sky Conference 1 I FCS
15 Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association 1 II
15 Great West Conference 1 I FCS
15 Independent 1 I FBS
15 Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference 1 I FCS
15 Missouri Valley Conference 1 I FCS
15 Ohio Valley Conference 1 I FCS
15 Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Conference 1 II
15 Southern Conference 1 I FCS
15 Ontario University Athletics 1 CIS

Selections by position

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Round QB RB FB WR TE C OG OT DE DT LB CB S K P LS
1st 3 3 0 6* 1 2 0 4 4 5 3 2 0 0 0 0
2nd 1 1 0 2 1 1 1 4 5 3 3 4 6* 0 0 0
3rd 0 2 0 7 3 1 2 1 2 5 3 9* 1 0 0 0
4th 1 3 1 4 2 1 2 3 6* 4 3 3 3 0 0 0
5th 2 2 1 4 4 0 3 5* 0 0 5* 5* 3 1 2 0
6th 4 4 0 3 4 0 1 1 3 2 2 8* 3 0 0 1
7th 0 5 0 8* 5 2 4 2 2 3 4 5 5 1 1 0
TOTAL 11 20 2 34 20 7 13 20 23 20 23 36* 21 2 3 1

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References

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2009 NFL draft

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The 2009 NFL Draft was the 74th annual player selection meeting conducted by (NFL) franchises to choose newly eligible players. Held over two days from April 25 to 26 at in , the event was televised by both and . The draft featured seven rounds and 256 total selections, with the —coming off an NFL-worst 0–16 record in 2008—holding the No. 1 overall pick and using it to select Matthew Stafford from the ; as of late 2025, Stafford remains one of only two active players from the 2009 draft class. Other prominent first-round choices included offensive tackle Jason Smith (No. 2, , Baylor), defensive end Tyson Jackson (No. 3, , LSU), linebacker Aaron Curry (No. 4, , Wake Forest), and Mark Sanchez (No. 5, , USC). Among the draft class's standout performers were wide receiver Percy Harvin (No. 22 overall, Minnesota Vikings, ), who earned NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year honors, and linebacker Brian Cushing (No. 15 overall, Houston Texans, USC), the Defensive Rookie of the Year; running back LeSean McCoy (No. 53 overall, Philadelphia Eagles, ), a six-time Pro Bowler and 2013 NFL rushing leader, remains a highlight of the class's long-term success. Additional notable selections included linebacker Clay Matthews (No. 26, , USC), who became a six-time Pro Bowler and key contributor to the Packers' victory. The class remains remembered for its mix of quarterback prospects and defensive talents that shaped contending teams throughout the .

Background and Preparation

Eligibility Rules and Process

The eligibility for the 2009 NFL Draft required players to be at least three years removed from their high school graduation, a standard rule established to ensure maturity and development before entering professional football. College seniors were automatically eligible upon completion of their final season, forming the bulk of the draft pool, while underclassmen could apply for special eligibility only if they had completed at least three full seasons of and formally renounced their remaining amateur status. The declaration process for underclassmen involved submitting a written application to the by the deadline of January 15, 2009, after which the league reviewed and approved eligible applicants, granting special entry to 46 players for the 2009 draft. These early entrants joined approximately 300 total eligible players, creating a diverse pool for teams to evaluate. Underclassmen had until January 18, 2009, to withdraw their declarations and retain college eligibility if they chose to return to school. The NFL Draft Advisory Board played a key role in guiding underclassmen, offering confidential evaluations of their projected draft status based on scouting reports to inform decisions on early entry. This feedback helped players like those petitioning in late assess risks, with the board's opinions influencing whether to declare by the January deadline. Special cases included international players who met standard eligibility through U.S. college play, such as German-born offensive tackle , selected in the second round after starring at the . Additionally, the supplemental draft on July 16, 2009, addressed hardship situations for players ineligible for the main draft due to academic or conduct issues, exemplified by defensive end Jeremy Jarmon, who was picked in the third round after a failed violation. No unique hardship waivers altered the primary eligibility process that year, but the supplemental mechanism provided a pathway for such cases.

Pre-Draft Evaluations and Expectations

The pre-draft evaluation process for the 2009 NFL Draft began with the , held on January 24, 2009, in , where top senior prospects showcased their skills in practices and the all-star game, drawing significant attention from NFL scouts and coaches. This event featured notable performances from players like Baylor offensive tackle Jason Smith, who impressed with his athleticism in drills, boosting his stock as a potential top-five pick. Following the , the took place from February 18-24, 2009, at in , , where over 300 draft-eligible players underwent physical testing, interviews, and medical evaluations. Standouts included Georgia quarterback , whose arm strength and time of 4.81 seconds solidified his status as a premier prospect. Pro days at major college programs, such as those at the , , and the in March and April 2009, provided additional opportunities for prospects to perform in familiar environments, with USC's pro day on April 2 drawing crowds for quarterback Mark Sanchez's workouts. Mock draft projections leading into the event consistently pointed to Stafford as the No. 1 overall selection by the Detroit Lions, driven by the team's desperate need for a franchise quarterback after their dismal performance. Analysts like ESPN's Mel Kiper Jr. frequently projected Sanchez falling in the top five, often to teams like the New York Jets or Seattle Seahawks, amid buzz about his pro-style passing and leadership. Jason Smith generated similar excitement as a top tackle prospect, with many mocks slotting him to the St. Louis Rams at No. 2 due to his combine performance and blocking prowess. These trends reflected broader anticipation for a quarterback-heavy draft, with Stafford and Sanchez dominating discussions as the elite signal-callers available, alongside other top prospects like Virginia defensive end Brian Orakpo projected in the top 10. The ' motivations were particularly acute following their 0-16 record in the 2008 season, the worst in modern history, which secured them the top pick and intensified pressure to rebuild through the draft. Across the league, the ongoing economic influenced team strategies, as franchises increasingly relied on the draft for talent acquisition to manage costs and avoid high veteran free-agent salaries amid financial uncertainty and the looming uncapped year in 2010. This environment heightened the value of high-upside draftees like and Smith, whose deals—though substantial—offered long-term potential without the immediate risks of unrestricted free agency spending. Prospect rankings from experts like emphasized a strong class at and offensive line, with his final big board listing at No. 1, Sanchez at No. 3, and Smith at No. 2, highlighting their potential to address critical positional needs. ESPN's top-10 lists similarly prioritized these players, alongside linebackers like Aaron Curry and receivers like , underscoring a draft perceived as talent-rich at premium positions. However, scouting efforts in 2009 were predominantly domestic, with limited international involvement compared to contemporary drafts; only a handful of non-U.S. high school attendees had been selected league-wide from 1990 to 2011, reflecting minimal global outreach at the time.

Draft Event and Process

Venue, Dates, and Format

The 2009 NFL Draft took place over two days, and 26, at in . The first and second rounds occurred on Saturday, , beginning at 4:00 p.m. ET, while rounds 3 through 7 were held the following day, starting at 10:00 a.m. ET. The event was broadcast live on and , marking the first year both networks provided simultaneous coverage of all rounds. Commissioner announced each selection on stage, a tradition that added to the ceremony's prominence. Public attendance was permitted, with fans able to line up outside the venue starting the evening before the first round to secure standing-room viewing areas. The draft format included seven rounds totaling 256 selections: 224 regular picks plus 32 compensatory selections awarded to 16 teams based on their net losses of unrestricted free agents during the offseason. These compensatory picks were distributed at the ends of rounds 3 through 7 to offset free agency imbalances. A separate supplemental draft was conducted later on July 16, allowing teams to select players who had newly become eligible due to academic or disciplinary issues, resulting in one additional pick that year. Top prospects, including the 10 invitees such as quarterbacks and , gathered in a dedicated backstage for the first round, awaiting their selections amid heightened anticipation. The atmosphere blended excitement with tension, as players donned team hats and jerseys upon being drafted. Held amid the 2008–2009 , the draft nonetheless attracted a record 39 million television viewers, up 2.5 million from 2008, demonstrating sustained fan engagement despite economic pressures.

Round-by-Round Proceedings

The 2009 NFL Draft's first round began at 4:00 p.m. ET on April 25 at in , with each team allotted 10 minutes per selection under the league's time rules. The round featured 32 picks and lasted approximately four hours, influenced by multiple trade negotiations that altered the order and pacing, allowing teams to maneuver for preferred prospects. Round 2 followed immediately on the same day, proceeding at a quicker pace with seven-minute clocks per pick, completing 32 selections in about two hours and concluding the first day's proceedings around 10:00 p.m. ET. The draft then resumed the next morning, Sunday, April 26, at 10:00 a.m. ET, covering rounds 3 through 7 with progressively shorter time limits—five minutes for rounds 3-6 and four minutes for round 7—emphasizing selections of depth players, rotational contributors, and special teams specialists. Throughout the event, the flow included notable surprises, such as an unexpected concentration of selections in the first round, where six pass-catchers were chosen, tying for the second-highest total in draft history up to that point and reflecting teams' emphasis on offensive skill positions amid varying evaluations. Early buzz surrounded versatile , whose dynamic playmaking potential generated significant pre-draft anticipation before his selection later in the round. Trade discussions occasionally caused brief delays, as teams like the executed multiple swaps to accumulate picks across rounds. The first round's broadcast on ESPN averaged 5.06 million viewers, demonstrating the draft's rising appeal as a major sports event despite the Saturday afternoon slot.

Selections and Transactions

Player Selections Overview

The 2009 NFL Draft consisted of 256 player selections across seven rounds, with the first two rounds featuring 32 picks each and later rounds expanded by trades and 32 compensatory selections awarded to teams that lost more free agents than they signed in the previous offseason. The draft order was determined primarily by reverse records from the 2008 season, adjusted for playoff results and prior trades, resulting in varied allocations per team. The held the most picks with 11, while the , coming off a 0-16 record, had 10 picks, acquired through earlier transactions that positioned them to rebuild extensively. The top five selections highlighted a focus on foundational talent for struggling franchises: the Lions chose Matthew from Georgia at No. 1 to anchor their offense; the St. Louis selected offensive tackle Jason Smith from Baylor at No. 2 for line protection; the Kansas City took Tyson from LSU at No. 3 to bolster their ; the Seattle picked linebacker Aaron Curry from Wake Forest at No. 4 for defensive leadership; and the New York drafted Mark from USC at No. 5 (acquired via trade) to compete for the starting role. Positionally, the draft emphasized rebuilding efforts following the high-scoring 2008 season, which saw league-wide defensive struggles with an average of 22.0 points per game allowed—the highest since 2000—prompting teams to prioritize defensive reinforcements alongside offensive skill players. A total of 12 quarterbacks were selected, reflecting uncertainty at the position after several veteran performances faltered; offensive tackles numbered 20, addressing line vulnerabilities exposed in the prior year; and wide receivers totaled 34, capitalizing on a deep class to enhance passing attacks. For example, the received four compensatory picks (one each in Rounds 4 through 7) due to net free-agent losses, allowing them to add depth. Post-draft, most selections signed promptly, including to a six-year, $72 million deal, but notable holdouts emerged over contract disputes for other players, with several resolving negotiations by mid-July to join training camps.

Key Trades

The 2009 NFL Draft saw 28 trades involving draft picks, with the highest concentration occurring in Rounds 2 through 4, as teams maneuvered to optimize their selections amid a deep talent pool. A standout transaction was the New York Jets' move to secure quarterback Mark Sanchez, trading up from the 17th overall pick to the fifth overall with the Cleveland Browns. In exchange, the Jets surrendered their first-round pick (No. 17), second-round pick (No. 52), defensive end Kenyon Coleman, quarterback Brett Ratliff, and safety Abram Elam, allowing them to address their quarterback need decisively. This deal exemplified the quarterback desperation prevalent among teams, as the Browns, despite their own interest in signal-callers, opted to accumulate additional assets for broader roster rebuilding. The executed multiple trades during the draft to reposition in the second round, ultimately selecting LeSean at No. 53 after acquiring the necessary picks through swaps with other teams, enhancing their backfield depth. These maneuvers, like many others, shifted the overall pick order and influenced compensatory selections for future drafts by altering team asset distributions. Strategic drivers behind the elevated trade volume included teams' efforts to stockpile future picks amid the economic recession following the , which heightened caution around high-cost rookie contracts. Additionally, anticipation of rookie wage scale reforms—formalized in the 2011 agreement—spurred activity, as franchises sought to trade current high-value picks for longer-term flexibility without the burden of escalating top-draft salaries.

Supplemental and Undrafted Players

Supplemental Draft Results

The NFL Supplemental Draft serves as a separate selection process for players who become ineligible to participate in the regular draft due to academic, disciplinary, or other NCAA-related issues, such as suspensions for violations including positive tests for banned substances. Held annually in mid-July, the 2009 edition took place on July 16, allowing teams to bid on a limited pool of such prospects without disrupting the primary draft timeline. The supplemental draft operates via a blind bidding system, in which teams submit sealed offers indicating the round of a future draft pick they are willing to forfeit in exchange for rights to a player; the highest bid—defined as the earliest round—secures the selection, with ties resolved by the bidding team's position in the overall draft order. This mechanism ensures competitive balance but discourages frequent use, as teams must sacrifice valuable future assets for players often carrying risk due to their eligibility histories. In 2009, no higher-round bids were submitted beyond the third round. The 2009 Supplemental Draft featured minimal activity, with only one player selected: Jeremy Jarmon from the , taken by the in the third round. Jarmon had been ruled ineligible for his senior season after testing positive for a banned substance in February 2009, prompting his entry into the draft; the Redskins forfeited their third-round pick in the to acquire him. No other players received bids, highlighting the event's historically low participation that year, as no major additional NCAA violation cases emerged to populate the pool. Supplemental drafts have experienced a marked decline in usage since the early , attributed to stricter NCAA enforcement of eligibility standards that reduce the incidence of players losing college status mid-cycle, coupled with teams' reluctance to expend premium picks on high-risk prospects amid concerns over off-field issues. By 2009, such events had already become rare occurrences, with single-pick outcomes like Jarmon's underscoring their exception rather than the norm in the modern era.

Notable Undrafted Free Agents

Following the 2009 NFL Draft on April 26, teams across the league immediately entered a competitive signing period for undrafted free agents, with more than 200 players securing rookie contracts within hours as franchises targeted prospects to fill roster gaps and practice squads. This annual frenzy operates on a priority system where teams offer signing bonuses—often ranging from $5,000 to $25,000 for top targets—and guaranteed money to outbid rivals, prioritizing players who address specific needs like depth at quarterback or special teams contributors. While the vast majority of these signees (typically fewer than 10% per team) fail to earn a spot on the 53-man roster or contribute meaningfully, the process has historically yielded high-value outliers who provide cost-effective talent and long-term stability. Among the 2009 class, running back stands out as the most impactful undrafted signee, joining the Houston Texans on April 27 after going unpicked out of the ; he spent his rookie year on the practice squad before exploding in 2010 with 1,616 rushing yards to lead the NFL, earning four nods and an selection over a seven-year tenure (2009–2015) that included 6,472 rushing yards and 54 touchdowns. Michael Bennett, signed by the on the same day out of Texas A&M, parlayed his raw athleticism into a 15-season career across five teams, amassing 69.5 sacks, three appearances, and a victory with in 2014. Offensive tackle Demar Dotson exemplified perseverance after signing with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on April 27 following limited college experience at Southern Mississippi; despite entering the league with minimal football background, he developed into a reliable starter, appearing in 138 games with 114 starts over 11 seasons, anchoring the right side of the offensive line through multiple rebuilds. Linebacker Jovan Belcher, who inked a deal with the Kansas City Chiefs on April 27 out of the University of Maine, transitioned from special teams to a starting role by 2010, logging 59 games with 45 starts and 268 tackles before his career ended tragically in 2012. These players highlight the draft's unpredictability, as undrafted free agents like Foster and Bennett often outperform mid-round picks by leveraging opportunity and determination to deliver Pro Bowl-caliber production at minimal initial cost—Foster's 2010 breakout alone equated to the value of a top-10 selection. In contrast to the supplemental draft for players with eligibility issues, the UDFA market focuses on overlooked college standouts, with teams like the Texans and Seahawks reaping outsized returns from strategic post-draft pursuits.
PlayerPositionSigning TeamKey Career Highlights
Arian FosterRBHouston Texans4× Pro Bowl (2010–2012, 2015); NFL rushing leader (2010); 6,527 rushing yards
Michael BennettDESeattle Seahawks3× Pro Bowl (2013–2015); Super Bowl XLVIII champion; 69.5 sacks
Demar DotsonOTTampa Bay Buccaneers11 seasons; 114 starts; 138 games played
Jovan BelcherLBKansas City Chiefs59 games, 45 starts; 268 tackles

Statistical Breakdown

Selections by Position

The 2009 NFL Draft emphasized defensive talent, with defensive players accounting for 94 selections, or roughly 37% of the 256 total picks, reflecting teams' priorities in bolstering front-seven and secondary units amid a competitive league landscape. This defensive-heavy approach contrasted with offensive investments, particularly in premium positions like and offensive tackle, where teams sought high-upside starters to address immediate needs. Overall, the class highlighted a shift toward versatile athletes across positions, influenced by evolving schemes that valued mobility and multi-role capabilities. Quarterbacks led the offensive premium, with 9 selected, underscoring the position's perennial importance and the depth of that year's prospect pool. Top selections included , taken first overall by the for his arm strength and pocket presence, and , picked fifth by the as a prototypical leader with pro-level accuracy. The class trended toward mobile quarterbacks capable of extending plays, exemplified by later picks like (17th overall, ) and (25th overall, ), who brought dual-threat elements to modern offenses. Running backs numbered 20 in the draft, with teams prioritizing versatile runners who could contribute in passing games and special teams. (12th overall, ) represented the workhorse archetype with his balance and vision, but the emphasis on multi-dimensional backs shone through in mid-round gems like , selected 53rd overall by the for his elusiveness and receiving skills. Wide receivers totaled 32 selections, focusing on speed and route-running precision to complement spread offenses. , drafted 22nd overall by the Minnesota Vikings, stood out as a versatile threat with return ability and explosive YAC potential, influencing teams to value hybrid receiver roles. Tight ends saw 20 players chosen, valued for their blocking and receiving versatility in modern offenses. The offensive line saw 37 players chosen, broken down into 22 offensive tackles, 10 guards, and 5 centers, highlighting the position's foundational role in protecting quarterbacks and opening lanes. Jason Smith, taken second overall by the , exemplified the premium on tackles, prized for his athleticism and pass-blocking prowess in a year when edge protection was critical. Defensive selections totaled 94, distributed as 24 defensive ends, 19 defensive tackles, 14 linebackers, 28 cornerbacks, and 9 safeties, as teams invested heavily in pass rushers and coverage specialists. Aaron Curry, selected fourth overall by the , emerged as the top defender, valued for his sideline-to-sideline speed and coverage versatility at linebacker. Special teams rounded out the class with 5 kickers and punters (2 K, 3 P), a modest number reflecting the position's lower draft priority but essential for field position battles.

Selections by College Conference

The 2009 NFL draft highlighted the uneven distribution of talent across college conferences, with power conferences dominating the selections and reflecting regional recruiting strengths. The led all conferences with 37 players drafted, solidifying its position as the premier producer of professional talent due to robust southern recruiting pipelines. Notable SEC draftees included from , selected third overall by the , and running back from the , taken 12th overall by the . The Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC) ranked second with 31 selections, demonstrating depth from programs like Wake Forest and . Key picks from the ACC included linebacker Aaron Curry from Wake Forest, the fourth overall choice by the , and wide receiver from , selected 29th overall by the . The Pacific-10 Conference (Pac-10) followed closely with 32 draftees, bolstered by Southern California stars such as quarterback (fifth overall, ) and linebacker (15th overall, Houston Texans). The contributed 28 players, with offensive tackle Jason Smith from Baylor going second overall to the as a highlight. The saw 28 selections, including cornerback from Ohio State (14th overall, ). This distribution emphasized the SEC's growing edge, as it increased from 35 draftees in 2008 to 37 in 2009. Smaller conferences and divisions were underrepresented, with Football Championship Subdivision (FCS) schools producing just 15 players and no international prospects selected.
ConferenceNumber of PlayersNotable Draftees
SEC37 (LSU), (Georgia), (LSU)
ACC31Aaron Curry (Wake Forest), (North Carolina), Alphonso Smith (Wake Forest)
Pac-1032 (USC), (USC), Clay Matthews (USC)
Big 1228Jason Smith (Baylor), (Oklahoma), (Oklahoma)
Big Ten28 (Ohio State), (Ohio State), (Penn State)

Legacy and Impact

Career Trajectories of Top Draftees

, selected first overall by the in 2009, began his career as the franchise's long-term solution, enduring early struggles with a rebuilding team before a 2021 trade to the that revitalized his trajectory. With the , Stafford threw for over 4,000 yards in his debut season and led the team to victory in against the , earning Super Bowl MVP honors for his performance. His career, spanning 17 seasons as of 2025, includes two selections and ongoing play under a restructured two-year, $84 million contract with the , finalized in May 2025 to resolve prior compensation disputes and secure his return. Earlier, Stafford's 2013 contract extension negotiations with the Lions, building on his six-year rookie deal worth $72 million, highlighted tensions over guarantees but ultimately stabilized his role without a full holdout. Mark Sanchez, the New York Jets' fifth overall pick, started strong as a in 2009, leading the team to the and earning the "Sanchize" moniker for his poise under pressure. However, his Jets tenure lasted only four seasons, marked by turnovers—including the infamous "" in 2012—and a 25-29 record as starter, leading to his release in 2013. Sanchez then became a , serving as a or short-term starter for seven teams across five seasons, including stints with the and , before retiring in 2019 with career totals of 15,357 passing yards, 86 touchdowns, and 89 interceptions. , drafted 22nd overall by the Vikings, burst onto the scene as the 2009 Offensive Rookie of the Year, earning a nod with 790 receiving yards and versatile return contributions despite missing games due to migraines. Injuries plagued his career, including a 2013 hip surgery that limited him to one game with the Seahawks after a midseason trade from , though he contributed to their win with a key kickoff return in the playoffs. Harvin's journeyman phase continued with trades to the in 2014 and in 2015, where behavioral issues and further injuries curtailed his production, leading to retirement at age 27 after six seasons and 4,683 receiving yards. Aaron Curry, chosen fourth overall by the , was expected to anchor the linebacker corps but quickly underperformed, recording just 5.5 sacks and 126 tackles over 2.5 seasons amid scheme mismatches and a lingering knee injury from 2012 training camp. Traded to the in 2011, Curry appeared in only 10 games before an offseason knee procedure sidelined him further, resulting in his release and retirement in 2013 at age 28 after a disappointing career labeled as one of the decade's biggest busts. Michael Oher, the 23rd overall selection by the , solidified his role as a reliable offensive tackle, protecting quarterback Joe Flacco's blind side during the team's 2012 playoff run and contributing to their victory over the . Immortalized in the 2009 film The Blind Side, Oher's eight-year career included stints with the and , where he started 97 games and allowed a career-low pressure rate in his final season, retiring in 2017 with over $34 million in earnings. The 2009 draft class's first-round picks demonstrated mixed success, with analyses of first-round picks generally indicating around 58% becoming long-term starters across positions. As of 2025, 11 first-round selections have earned honors, including multiple nods for and Clay Matthews (26th overall, six s and a key role in the Packers' win). Super Bowl contributions from the class include rings for Oher, Harvin, , and Matthews, underscoring selective high-impact outliers amid broader inconsistencies. No players from the class have been inducted into the as of 2025, though candidates like continue to build cases.

Long-Term Effects on NFL Teams

The 2009 NFL draft class provided significant long-term benefits to several teams through key contributors who anchored defenses and offenses during championship runs. For the Baltimore Ravens, offensive tackle Michael Oher, selected 23rd overall, started at right tackle in Super Bowl XLVII, providing crucial protection in their 34-31 victory over the San Francisco 49ers, while linebacker Paul Kruger, a second-round pick (57th overall), recorded two sacks and three tackles in the game, bolstering the pass rush during the playoff push. Similarly, the New Orleans Saints' selection of safety Malcolm Jenkins (14th overall) proved pivotal; as a rookie, he started in nickel packages and contributed to the secondary in Super Bowl XLIV, aiding their 31-17 win against the Indianapolis Colts and solidifying the unit for years. The Green Bay Packers benefited from defensive tackle B.J. Raji (9th overall), who started all 16 games in 2010 and helped anchor the line during their Super Bowl XLV triumph, and the New York Giants saw wide receiver Hakeem Nicks (29th overall) emerge as a star, catching a 72-yard touchdown in Super Bowl XLVI to aid their 21-17 upset of the New England Patriots. These players from the class directly supported four Super Bowl victories across the Saints (XLIV), Packers (XLV), Giants (XLVI), and Ravens (XLVII), enhancing team cores during rebuilds and contention windows. In contrast, other teams experienced mixed or negative long-term outcomes, highlighting the draft's uneven . The , coming off a 0-16 season in , selected first overall, whose development led to the franchise's first playoff appearance since 1999 in 2011 and established him as a franchise cornerstone with multiple nods, yet inconsistent contributions from other picks prolonged the rebuild amid ongoing mediocrity. The ' choice of (5th overall) yielded short-term playoff success, including an AFC Championship appearance in 2009, but his rapid decline into inefficiency and turnover issues by 2012 forced multiple quarterback transitions, delaying a sustainable rebuild until the mid-2010s. Overall, the class generated over 27 selections across its draftees as of 2025, with 11 from the first round, but many teams saw limited depth beyond star talents, underscoring variable ROI where high picks often underdelivered relative to draft capital. Economically, the draft's high-profile contracts, exemplified by Stafford's six-year, $72 million deal with $41.7 million guaranteed—the largest for a rookie at the time—exacerbated concerns over escalating rookie pay, directly influencing the 2011 agreement's introduction of a wage scale to cap top selections and preserve flexibility for contending rosters. Broader league dynamics shifted with heightened volatility, as the class featured six signal-callers in the first three rounds (, Sanchez, , Pat White, , Nate Davis), yielding only as a sustained elite performer while others flamed out, prompting teams to approach premium QB investments with greater caution in subsequent drafts. From a 2025 vantage, the class ranks mid-tier historically, buoyed by 's enduring impact but hampered by widespread first-round disappointments and low approximate value totals compared to peers, serving as a for draft strategy in roster construction.

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