The 1938 NFL Draft

The 1938 NFL Draft marked a significant moment in the league's history as teams sought to acquire new talent from the college ranks. Here's a look at the top ten players chosen:

✦ The 1938 NFL Draft and the Top Ten Selections

1. Corbett Davis, B, Indiana (Cleveland Rams)

2. Jim McDonald, B, Ohio State (Philadelphia Eagles)

3. Boyd Brumbaugh, B, Duquesne (Brooklyn Dodgers)

4. Byron "Whizzer" White, B, Colorado (Pittsburgh Pirates)

5. Jack Robbins, B, Arkansas (Chicago Cardinals)

6. Alex Wojciechowicz, C, Fordham (Detroit Lions)

7. Cecil Isbell, B, Purdue (Green Bay Packers)

8. George Karamatic, B, Gonzaga (New York Giants)

9. Andy Farkas, B, Detroit (Washington Redskins)

10. Joe Gray, B, Oregon State (Chicago Bears)

A notable aspect of this draft is the high number of running backs selected in the top ten. This reflects the offensive strategies of the era, which heavily emphasized running the ball.

Several draftees went on to have notable careers, including Byron "Whizzer" White, who was not only a star on the gridiron but also a Supreme Court Justice. Alex Wojciechowicz had a long and successful career and was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame. Cecil Isbell became a key player for the Green Bay Packers, contributing both as a runner and passer.

The 1938 NFL Draft played a crucial role in shaping the landscape of the league. These new players brought fresh talent and contributed to the growth and evolution of professional football in the years that followed.