NFL Draft busts
Ryan Leaf, QB
Drafted by: San Diego Chargers, No. 2 overall, 1998
Leaf is widely considered the biggest bust in NFL history. The San Diego Chargers traded up to the No. 2 overall pick to select Leaf, who many scouts considered to be a better player than No. 1 overall pick Peyton Manning. Leaf played just 25 games in the NFL, throwing 14 TDs and 36 INTs and finished with a 4-17 career record.
Leaf is widely considered the biggest bust in NFL history. The San Diego Chargers traded up to the No. 2 overall pick to select Leaf, who many scouts considered to be a better player than No. 1 overall pick Peyton Manning. Leaf played just 25 games in the NFL, throwing 14 TDs and 36 INTs and finished with a 4-17 career record.