🤦♂️The draft is always a hit or miss, and these players were definitely misses.
🏈The NFL had some especially memorable busts throughout the decade.
🏀The NBA also saw its fair share of draft busts, including Anthony Bennett.
⚾️Even Major League Baseball had its busts, like Mark Appel and Bubba Starling.
👑Johnny Manziel, the infamous Heisman-winning quarterback, tops the list as the biggest bust of the decade.
Who was the biggest draft bust of the decade?
—Johnny Manziel is widely regarded as the biggest draft bust of the decade, failing to live up to his Heisman-winning hype.
Which sport had the most draft busts?
—The NFL had some of the most memorable draft busts of the decade, with players like Justin Blackmon and Paxton Lynch failing to make a lasting impact.
Were there any successful first overall picks?
—While there were several draft busts, there were also successful first overall picks, such as Kyrie Irving in the NBA and Andrew Luck in the NFL.
What factors contribute to a draft bust?
—There are many factors that can contribute to a draft bust, including injuries, off-field issues, and simply not living up to the expectations set by their college careers.
Why are draft busts so memorable?
—Draft busts are memorable because they represent the missed opportunities and failed investments of teams. They often come with high expectations and hype, making their lack of success even more disappointing.
00:00The decade was filled with draft busts, with players failing to live up to their potential.
02:00Justin Blackmon, the fifth overall pick in 2012, was one of the biggest busts in NFL history.
03:01Josh Jackson, drafted in 2017 by the Suns, failed to live up to expectations.
04:00Bubba Starling, a first-round pick in 2011, struggled to make it to the majors.
06:02Paxton Lynch, a first-round pick in 2016, failed to become the Broncos' franchise quarterback.
07:03Jimmer Fredette, the 10th overall pick in 2011, didn't live up to his college success.
08:45Marc Appel, the first overall pick in 2013, never made it to the majors.
10:12Anthony Bennett, the first overall pick in 2014, is widely regarded as one of the biggest draft busts in NBA history.
11:45Johnny Manziel, the 22nd overall pick in 2014, is the biggest bust of the decade.
