The NFL has officially declined to hold a supplemental draft this summer, according to Adam Schefter of ESPN. The decision has significant implications for quarterback Brendan Sorsby, who was looking to enter the league through the process.
Per Schefter, the league is currently sending a formal letter to Sorsby and all 32 NFL teams to inform them of the decision. With the supplemental draft off the table, the 2027 NFL Draft currently stands as the only way for Sorsby to enter the league.
The supplemental draft is typically held for players whose eligibility has changed since the primary draft in April. By opting out of the process this year, the NFL ensures that no new players will be added to rosters via this specific mechanism before the start of training camps. This decision continues a recent trend regarding the supplemental draft's availability; while the event was once a regular fixture of the offseason calendar, it has become less frequent in the modern era.
For Brendan Sorsby, the news confirms that his path to the professional ranks will require additional time. Teams were notified of the league's stance today, ensuring that draft boards for the upcoming season remain set. The supplemental draft usually requires teams to forfeit a future pick corresponding to the round in which they select a player, but that option will not be available to general managers this year.
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