Chiefs Crown Brashard Smith as Mr. Irrelevant for 2025 NFL Draft

The tradition of 'Mr. Irrelevant,' the title given to the last player picked in the NFL Draft since 1976, continues to capture attention, symbolizing both the honor and humor of being drafted last. This year, the Kansas City Chiefs traded away the final pick of the 2025 NFL Draft, opting to move up in the seventh round, which ended their chance to select a Mr. Irrelevant for the first time since 2009. The New England Patriots acquired the last pick through this trade, making them the team to select Mr. Irrelevant in 2025. The tradition was started by Paul Salata to convey that being drafted last is still an achievement, celebrated by 'Irrelevant Week' festivities and the awarding of the Lowsman Trophy. Over the years, some Mr. Irrelevant picks, like 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy and former Chiefs kicker Ryan Succop, have gone on to enjoy significant NFL success. The quirky tradition and its backstory remain an enduring part of draft culture.