Gerald Christian of the University of Louisville was the overall final pick of the 2015 NFL draft, a selection that earned him the "honor" of being named Mr. Irrelevant 2015. Christian, the Arizona Cardinal's tight end, is the 40th Mr. Irrelevant. The award dates back to 1976 and was created by former NFL player Paul Salata. We caught up with Christian to find out what it's like to be named Mr. Irrelevant, how he got here, and what's to come.
University of Louisville tight end Gerald Christian got more than he bargained for at this year’s NFL Draft. After being selected as the final draft pick by the Arizona Cardinals, Christian soon learned that he was the recipient of another title – Mr. Irrelevant 2015. As Mr. Irrelevant, Christian will become the center of attention during The Foundation for the Undefeated’s 40th Irrelevant Week, an annual celebration in Newport Beach, California.
The final pick in the NFL’s 2015 Annual Draft has been awarded to the Arizona Cardinals. The draft is set to be held in Chicago, Illinois from April 30 to May 2, 2015. Being the last pick in the NFL Draft is actually an honor, because that player earns the distinction of being named ‘Mr. Irrelevant,’ and is an honored participant in one of the NFL’s greatest traditions.
