The 2020 NFL Draft had a total of 255 picks across seven rounds
. More recently, the 2024 and 2025 NFL Drafts each featured 257 picks in total
. Typically, the NFL Draft consists of seven rounds, with each of the 32 teams receiving one pick per round, making a base of 224 picks. The total number of picks varies each year due to compensatory picks awarded to teams and any forfeited picks due to penalties. For example, the 2025 NFL Draft included 35 compensatory picks, bringing the total to 257
. In summary:
- 2020 NFL Draft: 255 picks
- 2024 NFL Draft: 257 picks
- 2025 NFL Draft: 257 picks (including 35 compensatory picks)
So, in general, there are about 255 to 257 picks in a recent NFL Draft, spread over seven rounds
