The Detroit Lions are hoping to make a great decision with the No. 2 overall pick in the 2022 NFL draft. The history of that draft slot offers some great examples of excellent choices but a fair dash of cautionary tales, too.
A look back at the 85 players who have been selected No. 2 overall since the NFL draft began back in 1936 offers an interesting barrage of outcomes. Some have become the greatest ever at their respective positions, while others quickly proved among the most regrettable draft busts of all time.
Here’s a look back at the notable history of the No. 2 pick in the NFL draft.
Lions draft: Pros and cons of all the candidates for the No. 2 overall pick