The life of a NFL general manager is one that few could truly handle. Not only do they have to look at the team’s budget, but they also must scout players, look at expiring contracts, build for the present and also prepare for the future.
However, the biggest knock most GM’s get is on their draft selections. That’s where most of the fanbases complain about the way a team is run. While everyone hopes their first-round draft pick is a slam dunk, not every superstar college player is going to live up to his draft hype.
According to a study, 48% of players in the NFL are first round draft picks.