Jared Goff was drafted ahead of Carson Wentz in the 2016 NFL Draft.
In the highly anticipated 2016 National Football League (NFL) Draft, Carson Wentz, a quarterback from North Dakota State, was selected as the second overall pick. He was a prominent prospect, but one player was chosen before him.
The player selected as the first overall pick, immediately preceding Wentz, was another quarterback: Jared Goff from the University of California, Berkeley. Goff was drafted by the Los Angeles Rams, while Wentz was subsequently drafted by the Philadelphia Eagles.
The top selections in the 2016 NFL Draft illustrate the premium placed on quarterback talent, with the first two picks dedicated to these pivotal positions. Here's a look at the very top of the draft order:
| Round | Pick No. | Player |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 | Jared Goff |
| 1 | 2 | Carson Wentz |
| 1 | 3 | Joey Bosa |
| 1 | 4 | Ezekiel Elliott |
For more details on the draft, you can refer to the 2016 NFL draft information.
