Question

It’s looking increasingly possible that Kyler Murray will be the first pick of the draft – just like teammate Baker Mayfield last year. When was the last time a school had the No. 1 overall pick in back-to-back drafts? Both players are now enshrined in the Pro Football Hall of Fame.

Answer

Southern Cal. The Vikings selected offensive tackle Ron Yary No. 1 overall in 1968. Buffalo chose O.J. Simpson No. 1 the next season. Yary was a seven-time Pro Bowler. Minnesota has played in four Super Bowls, and Yary was a starter on all of those teams. Simpson is now more infamous than famous, but he led the league in rushing four times in the ‘70s.