1944 NFL Draft

The 1944 National Football League Draft was held on April 19, 1944.

Hall of famers

 * Otto Graham, Quarterback from Northwestern taken 1st round 4th overall by the Detroit Lions.
 * Inducted: Professional Football Hall of Fame Class of 1965.


 * Steve Van Buren, Halfback from LSU taken 1st round 5th overall by the Philadelphia Eagles.
 * Inducted: Professional Football Hall of Fame Class of 1965.


 * Bob Waterfield, Quarterback from UCLA taken 5th round 42nd overall by the Cleveland Rams.
 * Inducted: Professional Football Hall of Fame Class of 1965.