The 2014 NFL Draft took place from May 8 to May 10 in New York City. It featured seven rounds where teams selected eligible college football players to join the National Football League. The first overall pick was Jadeveon Clowney, a defensive end from the University of South Carolina, chosen by the Houston Texans. Other notable selections included Sam Bradford, Blake Bortles, and Johnny Manziel, who were all quarterbacks taken in the first round. The draft was significant for its depth in talent, particularly at the quarterback position.