The first NFL draft occurred in 1936 at a hotel inPhiladelphia. The idea originated from the Philadelphia Eagles owner and NFL Commissioner, Bert Bell. Ever since the first draft took place, it has given teams the opportunity to change up their line-up in order to make a stronger team.
There are 32 teams in the NFL, which means there are an equal number of draft picks. The teams that choose first are traditionally the teams with the first record from the previous season. The coaches and owners of the teams are preparing to make their picks because they know that time is running out before the start of next season. It is especially important to make a choice now rather than later so they are not stuck with a player who does not mesh well with the team.
It is not easy for the coaches and owners to decide their picks each year, because they are unable to predict how the new players will work with the team. It also brings into question the leadership of the team and who will prove to be star players. It is this uncertainty which makes the NFL so exciting and entertaining to watch as the seasons unfold.