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1973 NFL Draft

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Date(s)
  
January 30–31, 1973

Fewest selections (10)
  
Washington Redskins

Most selections (23)
  
Los Angeles Rams

Location
  
Americana Hotel in New York City, NY

First selection
  
John Matuszak, DE Houston Oilers

Last selection
  
Charlie Wade, WR Miami Dolphins

The 1973 National Football League draft was held January 30–31, 1973, at the Americana Hotel in New York City, New York.

Hall of Famers

  • John Hannah, a guard from Alabama taken 1st round 4th overall by the New England Patriots.
    • Inducted: Professional Football Hall of Fame class of 1991.
  • Dan Fouts, a quarterback from the University of Oregon taken 3rd round 64th overall by the San Diego Chargers.
    • Inducted: Professional Football Hall of Fame class of 1993.
  • Joe DeLamielleure, a guard from Michigan State taken 1st round 26th overall by the Buffalo Bills.
    • Inducted: Professional Football Hall of Fame class of 2003.
  • Ray Guy, a punter from University of Southern Mississippi taken 1st round 23rd overall by the Oakland Raiders.
    • Inducted: Professional Football Hall of Fame class of 2014.

    References

    1973 NFL Draft Wikipedia
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