Orlando City opted to go with offense with its first selection in the 2021 MLS SuperDraft, selecting Notre Dame forward Jack Lynn with the No. 18 overall pick. The 18th selection was Orlando City’s natural first-round pick based on 2021 finishing order in the league.
With Lynn’s help, Notre Dame made a deep run in the NCAA tournament this past season, bowing out to eventual national champion Clemson in penalties in the College Cup. Lynn scored a goal in that match against Clemson, which finished 1-1 before the Tigers won 5-3 in the penalty shootout.