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NFL Draft - Day One by the Numbers
Here's a look at day one of the 2016 NFL Draft by the numbers.
A total of 31 players were drafted
- 15 offensive players:
- 16 defensive players
Most players drafted at each position
- 7 defensive backs
- 5 offensive tackles
- 4 wide receivers
- 4 defensive tackles
There were a total of 5 Draft Day trades.
Most players drafted by school
- Ohio State: 5
- Mississippi: 2
- Florida: 2
- Notre Dame: 2
Most players drafted by conference:
- Big 10: 6
- ACC: 4
- Pac 12: 4
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