1971 NFL Draft

The 1971 National Football League Draft was held on January 28–29, 1971.

Hall of famers

 * Jack Ham, Linebacker from Pennsylvania State University taken 2nd round 34th overall by the Pittsburgh Steelers.
 * Inducted: Professional Football Hall of Fame Class of 1988.


 * John Riggins, Running Back from Kansas taken 1st round 6th overall by the New York Jets.
 * Inducted: Professional Football Hall of Fame Class of 1992.


 * Dan Dierdorf, Offensive Tackle from University of Michigan taken 2nd round 43rd overall by the St. Louis Cardinals.
 * Inducted: Professional Football Hall of Fame Class of 1996.


 * Jack Youngblood, Defensive End from Florida taken 1st round 20th overall by the Los Angeles Rams.
 * Inducted: Professional Football Hall of Fame Class of 2001.