1947 NFL Draft

The 1947 National Football League Draft was held on December 16, 1946.

The National Football League in this draft made the first overall pick a bonus pick determined by lottery. The Chicago Bears won the first lottery. This process was ended in 1958.

Hall of famers

 * Dante Lavelli, End from Ohio State University taken 12th round 103rd overall by the Los Angeles Rams.
 * Inducted: Professional Football Hall of Fame Class of 1975.


 * Art Donovan, Defensive Tackle from Boston College taken 22nd Round 304th overall Pro Football Hall Of Fame Class of 1968