The 1973 NFL draft was held January 30âÂÂ31, 1973, at the Americana Hotel in New York City, New York. With the first overall pick of the draft, the Houston Oilers selected defensive end John Matuszak.
Player selections
Round 1âÂÂ10
Round 11
Round 12
Round 13
Round 14
Round 15
Round 16
Round 17
Hall of Famers
- John Hannah, guard from Alabama, taken 1st round 4th overall by New England Patriots
Inducted: Professional Football Hall of Fame class of 1991.
- Dan Fouts, quarterback from Oregon, taken 3rd round 64th overall by San Diego Chargers
Inducted: Professional Football Hall of Fame class of 1993.
- Joe DeLamielleure, guard from Michigan State, taken 1st round 26th overall by Buffalo Bills
Inducted: Professional Football Hall of Fame class of 2003.
- Ray Guy, punter from Southern Mississippi, taken 1st round 23rd overall by Oakland Raiders
Inducted: Professional Football Hall of Fame class of 2014.
- Drew Pearson, wide receiver from Tulsa, undrafted and signed by Dallas Cowboys
Inducted: Professional Football Hall of Fame Class of 2021.
Notable undrafted players
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