Quick Answer
Kurt Warner, Warren Moon, Tony Romo, and Wes Welker are among the most successful undrafted players. Warner won 2 MVPs and a Super Bowl despite going undrafted.
Who Are the Most Successful Undrafted Players?
The most successful undrafted players in NFL history include multiple Hall of Famers and Pro Bowlers:
Hall of Fame Undrafted Players
- Kurt Warner – 2× MVP, Super Bowl champion, Super Bowl MVP (Rams)
- Warren Moon – 9× Pro Bowl QB, 49,325 passing yards (Oilers/Vikings)
- John Randle – 7× Pro Bowl DT, 137.5 sacks (Vikings)
- Dick "Night Train" Lane – 7× Pro Bowl CB, 68 INTs (1952-1965)
Modern Undrafted Stars
- Tony Romo – 4× Pro Bowl QB, Cowboys all-time leading passer
- Wes Welker – 5× Pro Bowl WR, 9,924 receiving yards
- Arian Foster – 4× Pro Bowl RB, led NFL in rushing TDs (2010)
- James Harrison – 5× Pro Bowl LB, 2× Super Bowl champion, DPOY
- Chris Harris Jr. – 4× Pro Bowl CB, Super Bowl 50 champion
Kurt Warner's story is especially remarkable: he went from stocking shelves at a grocery store to winning the Super Bowl and 2 MVP awards.
The lesson: talent evaluation isn't perfect. Hidden gems exist at all levels.