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Throughout the discussion, it is essential to recognize that many successful quarterbacks did not enter the league as top picks. For instance, Tom Brady was not a first overall selection, and neither was Lamar Jackson, who was drafted 32nd overall. This raises the question: Is it reasonable to deem NFL executives "clueless" for not selecting Sanders higher based on the unpredictable nature of player performance in the league?
Several top quarterbacks, like Patrick Mahomes and Josh Allen, were also not universally considered top talents in their draft years. The inconsistency in evaluating quarterbacks leads to a broader conversation about the complexities and challenges inherent in the draft process.