NFL Draft Busts [2] Trivia Quiz

Answer: Drew Bledsoe

Mirer was drafted second overall in 1993 by the Seahawks. In twelve seasons with seven teams, the former Notre Dame quarterback threw 50 touchdowns and 76 interceptions.

Answer: Wide Receiver

Crouch was a former Heisman Trophy winner out of Nebraska. He spent three years out of football before making a comeback with the Hamburg Sea Devils as a safety. After being cut by the Kansas City Chiefs, Crouch was quarterback for the CFL's Toronto Argonauts, backing up the legendary Damon Allen.

After his two-year stint in the CFL ended, Crouch was drafted by Team Texas of the upstart All-American Football League.

Answer: He played five years for the Bengals

The Oregon alum was one of many players drafted high by the Bengals in the 1990s and early 2000s who became draft busts (others include Peter Warrick, Ki-Jana Carter, and David Klinger). After spending 1999-2002 with Cincinnati, Smith tried out for the Packers, played with the Frankfurt Galaxy, was cut by the Buccaneers, and played for the CFLs Calgary Stampeders.

Answer: Charles Rogers

Rogers was drafted second by the Lions. In three years (2003-2005), Rogers scored four touchdowns in 15 games. He was suspended for failing a drug test in 2004. After a number of failed tryouts with other teams, Rogers was rumoured to be attempting a career in the CFL.

Answer: 4th

Schlichter's career was ruined by gambling problems, which got his suspended in 1983. He played for the Colts until he was cut in 1985. He was out of the NFL in 1986 after a failed tryout with the Buffalo Bills. The Ohio State product spent time with the CFL's Ottawa Rough Riders (1988) and the Arena Football League. Schlichter was quarterback for perennial ArenaBowl contenders Detroit Drive in 1990 and 1991 and the Cincinnati Rockers in 1992. Schlichter's life has continually been marred by his addiction to gambling and felonies for theft; his jail sentences totaled ten years in 44 prisons.

Answer: 26th

The former Virginia Tech player was supposed to be heir apparent to Steve Young. Druckenmiller's career stats: 1 touchdown, four interceptions, 239 years, and a 29.2 QB rating. Before becoming a salesman, he played for the 49ers (1997-1998), Dolphins (1999), AFLs Los Angeles Avengers (2001), and the XFLs Memphis Maniax (2001).

Answer: False

The 15th pick in 1991 was one of the last players drafted by Chuck Noll. Bill Cowher cut him by the end of the season. In 1992, Richardson played for the Redskins and Jets before retiring with no NFL tackles.

Answer: Defensive Tackle

Rogers was drafted by the Lions, who were known for some bad draft picks. Rogers played 11 games and recorded one sack before spending time in jail for vehicular homicide. He made brief comebacks with the Bills in 1991 and the Buccaneers in 1992.

Answer: 9th

Smith played for the Dolphins (1989-1991) and Broncos (1992). In 44 games, he ran for 1881 yards and 15 touchdowns. He was arrested for cocaine possession in 1995.

Answer: Chargers

McCants was drafted fourth in 1990 by Tampa Bay. The former linebacker for Alabama became a defensive end, but a six-year career netted him 13.5 sacks and one interception. McCants had numerous legal problems in 2008.

Answer: Derek Brown

Derek Brown was compared to Mark Bavaro, being a tight end from Notre Dame drafted by the Giants. While Bavaro was a two-time Pro Bowler who once held Giants franchise records for tight ends, Brown became for poster child for why tight ends are not drafted in the first round. In nine seasons (1992-2000), Brown played for four teams, ran 401 yards and scored one touchdown.

Answer: Penn State

Thomas was drafted by the Jets behind journeyman quarterback Jeff George and ahead of Seahawks legend Cortez Kennedy. In six seasons (1990-1995), Thomas managed 2236 and seven touchdown. Thomas was one of a number of Penn State running backs with dismal NFL careers.

Answer: 3rd

Clarett was the last pick on the third round in 2005 (101st overall). He was cut before the season began. Clarett would be known for legal troubles, including robbery, traffic violations, possession of illegal weapons, and DUI.

Answer: Texas A&M

During his time with the Raiders and Falcons, Bates had one career NFL interception in 44 games.

Answer: 22nd

LaFleur was drafted by the Cowboys out of LSU. In four seasons with Dallas, LaFleur had 85 catches and 12 touchdowns.