1959 NFL Draft
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| 1959 NFL Draft | |
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| Year | 1959 |
| Location | New York City, New York |
| Dates | November 24, 1958, and January 21, 1959 |
| Rounds | 30 |
| Selections | 360 |
| First selection | Paul Hornung, Halfback |
| Last selection | Bob Bobrowski, Guard |
| Teams | 12 |
| Leagues | National Football League |
1959 NFL Draft. The 1959 NFL Draft was the 24th annual National Football League draft, held on November 24, 1958, and January 21, 1959, at the Warwick New York Hotel in New York City, New York. This draft was significant, as it featured future Pro Football Hall of Fame inductees such as Paul Hornung, Richie Petitbon, and Dick Bass. The draft also included notable players like Don Norton, Dan Lanphear, and Jim Houston, who would go on to have successful careers in the National Football League with teams like the Green Bay Packers, Washington Redskins, Los Angeles Rams, and Cleveland Browns.
● Overview of
the 1959 NFL Draft The 1959 NFL Draft consisted of 30 rounds, with 360 players selected by the 12 teams in the National Football League. The Green Bay Packers selected Paul Hornung, a Halfback from Notre Dame, with the first overall pick. The draft also featured players from other prominent colleges and universities, including USC, UCLA, Ohio State University, and Texas. Notable coaches like Vince Lombardi and George Halas were involved in the draft, representing their respective teams, the Green Bay Packers and Chicago Bears. Other teams, such as the New York Giants, Philadelphia Eagles, and Pittsburgh Steelers, also made significant picks in the draft.
● Player Selections
The 1959 NFL Draft featured a talented pool of players, including Quarterbacks like Lee Grosscup and Fran Curci, as well as Running backs like Dick Bass and Don McIlhenny. The draft also included notable Wide receivers, such as Don Norton and Buddy Dial, who would go on to play for teams like the San Francisco 49ers and Dallas Cowboys. Other positions, like Linebacker and Defensive back, were also well-represented, with players like Jim Houston and Richie Petitbon being selected. The Baltimore Colts, Detroit Lions, and Chicago Cardinals were among the teams that made significant selections in the draft.
● Notable Picks and Trades
The 1959 NFL Draft featured several notable picks and trades, including the selection of Paul Hornung by the Green Bay Packers and the trade of Bobby Layne from the Pittsburgh Steelers to the Detroit Lions. Other notable trades involved players like Sonny Randle and John Brodie, who were traded between teams like the St. Louis Cardinals and San Francisco 49ers. The draft also featured the selection of future Pro Football Hall of Fame inductees, such as Richie Petitbon and Dick Bass, who would go on to have successful careers with teams like the Chicago Bears and Los Angeles Rams. The Cleveland Browns and New York Giants were also involved in notable trades and picks during the draft.
● Draft Order
The 1959 NFL Draft order was determined by the teams' win-loss records from the previous season, with the team having the worst record selecting first. The Green Bay Packers had the first overall pick, followed by the Chicago Cardinals and Washington Redskins. The Philadelphia Eagles and Pittsburgh Steelers also had high draft picks, selecting players like J.D. Smith and Tom Barnett. Other teams, like the Baltimore Colts and Detroit Lions, had lower draft picks but still managed to select notable players like Don Joyce and Dan Lanphear. The Los Angeles Rams and San Francisco 49ers also participated in the draft, selecting players like Buddy Dial and Bob Gaiters.
● Teams and Picks by Round
The 1959 NFL Draft featured 30 rounds, with each team selecting a player in each round. The Green Bay Packers selected players like Paul Hornung and Andy Cvercko in the early rounds, while the Chicago Bears selected players like Richie Petitbon and Bob Wetoska. The New York Giants selected players like Lee Grosscup and Bob Simms, while the Cleveland Browns selected players like Jim Houston and Frank Ryan. Other teams, like the Philadelphia Eagles and Pittsburgh Steelers, also made significant selections throughout the draft. The Dallas Cowboys, who were an expansion team at the time, did not participate in the draft but would go on to select players like Don Meredith and Bob Lilly in future drafts.
● Aftermath and Impact
The 1959 NFL Draft had a significant impact on the National Football League, with many of the selected players going on to have successful careers. The draft also marked the beginning of the Green Bay Packers' dynasty under coach Vince Lombardi, who would lead the team to multiple Super Bowl championships. The draft also featured the selection of future Pro Football Hall of Fame inductees, such as Paul Hornung and Richie Petitbon, who would go on to be recognized for their contributions to the sport. The Los Angeles Rams and San Francisco 49ers also benefited from the draft, selecting players who would help shape the teams' futures. The 1959 NFL Draft is still remembered today as one of the most significant drafts in National Football League history, with its impact still felt in the modern era of the sport. Category:1959 in American football