The 46 players somehow drafted before Michael Thomas in 2016

There are great draft mysteries. Tom Brady, for one. And then there is Michael Thomas, who somehow lasted until the 47th pick in 2016.

44. Jihad Ward

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The Raiders decided to select Jihad Ward, a DE, from Illinois at 44. He lasted two seasons in Oakland, starting 13 games as a rookie. He’s bounced around after being dealt from Oakland to Dallas. Ward recently landed with the Ravens.