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Top 10 Foolish NFL Draft Picks of the Past Decade

Published April 1, 2026 · Updated April 1, 2026 · Yahoo Sport

The NFL’s draft has seen its share of blunders, with the top ten most foolish picks over the past decade now ranked, including the Buccaneers’ 2016 selection of kicker Roberto Aguayo and the Commanders’ 2023 choice of CB Emmanuel Forbes Jr.

The NFL’s draft has produced its share of missteps, and a new list ranks the ten most foolish decisions of the last decade. From early kicker picks to defensive back choices, the article highlights how even seasoned general managers can misjudge talent.

Notable examples include the Buccaneers’ 2016 move to select kicker Roberto Aguayo in the second round, a decision that backfired when he struggled to convert field goals and was released after one season. In 2023, the Commanders drafted CB Emmanuel Forbes Jr. over Christian Gonzalez, a choice that saw Forbes benched midway through his rookie year due to size and tackling concerns.

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