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30 years of NFL Draft's Mr. Irrelevants
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For over four decades, the NFL has had a quirky tradition known as "Mr. Irrelevant,"
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which refers to the last pick in the draft.
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In the past 30 drafts, a wide range of players have been selected in this slot,
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including Brock Purdy in 2022 and Grant Stuard in 2021.
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Purdy, chosen 262nd overall by the San Francisco 49ers,has made a significant impact despite being considered an afterthought in the draft.
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Despite not being expected to make the team,
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he won the third-string job out of training camp and eventually became the starting quarterback after Jimmy Garoppolo's injury.
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Purdy has impressed with his ability to grasp the complex offensive system and
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throw accurate passes to the team's All-Pro skill-position players.
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In fact, he has done so well that he is now favored to start over former No. 3 overall pick Trey Lance next season.
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Grant Stuard, the 259th pick in the 2021 draft,
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may not have had the same impact as Purdy, but he has still managed to see plenty of playing time.
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Despite being a late-round selection, Stuard has been able to contribute on special teams and even played in several games as a linebacker.
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While the title of "Mr. Irrelevant" may seem like a negative moniker,
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it has become a badge of honor for players who are chosen in this slot.