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NFL Draft Fashion: Looking Back At The Most Unforgettable Red Carpet Fits

Before the commissioner calls the first name on Thursday night, revisit the designer looks and custom jewelry that defined the last decade of draft night.

Get your popcorn ready because the red carpet is just as serious as the draft board itself. Ahead of the 2026 class pulling up this Thursday, it is time to look back at the unforgettable fits that still have everyone talking. From the iced-out chains to the bold suits, these guys prove that the walk to the stage is basically a fashion show. 

  • Ezekiel Elliott

    CHICAGO, IL - APRIL 28: Draftee Ezekiel Elliott of Ohio State arrives to the 2016 NFL Draft on April 28, 2016 in Chicago, Illinois.

    It was on brand for Ezekiel Elliott to step onto the red carpet in a cropped shirt in 2016. He brought his signature on-field style to the big stage, rocking a midriff-baring button-down under a sharp light blue suit. It’s exactly what he does on the football field with his jersey, and he showed everyone exactly who he is from day one.

  • Ashton Jeanty

    GREEN BAY, WISCONSIN - APRIL 24: Running Back Ashton Jeanty of Boise State poses for a photo on the red carpet prior to the first round of the 2025 NFL Draft on April 24, 2025 in Green Bay, Wisconsin.

    Ashton Jeanty took business casual to a whole new level with his draft night attire. He wore a sharp, textured mahogany suit, but the real conversation starter was his footwear. Jeanty opted for custom, diamond-encrusted Crocs. He proved he could stay comfortable while looking like a million dollars.

  • Lamar Jackson

    ARLINGTON, TX - APRIL 26: Lamar Jackson of Louisville poses on the red carpet prior to the start of the 2018 NFL Draft at AT&T Stadium on April 26, 2018 in Arlington, Texas.

    Lamar Jackson really understood the assignment when he arrived for his draft night. He was Gucci from head to toe, rocking a bold forest green suit paired with a white button-down. Even the footwear stayed on brand with classic leather loafers.

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  • Marvin Harrison Jr.

    DETROIT, MI - APRIL 25: Wide receiver Marvin Harrison Jr. poses for portraits after being selected fourth overall in the first round by the Arizona Cardinals during the 2024 NFL draft on April 25, 2024 in Detroit, Michigan.

    Marvin Harrison Jr. kept it sleek in all black, but his jewelry was the main event. He wore a custom chain that told a personal story. On one side, it featured him alongside his dad, Marvin Harrison Sr., who played in the league and is a standout at the wide receiver position. The other side is a "Lion King" reference with Simba, symbolizing his readiness to take over the family legacy.

  • Sauce Gardner

    LAS VEGAS, NV - APRIL 28: Sauce Gardner poses on the red carpet before the 2022 NFL Draft at the Bellagio Hotel & Casino on April 28, 2022 in Las Vegas, Nevada.

    Sauce Gardner literally brought the drip to the red carpet in 2022. He showed up in a powder blue suit accented by a massive diamond-encrusted bottle of sauce hanging from a thick chain around his neck. It was more than just a nickname; it was a whole mood that followed him into his professional career.

  • Will Anderson Jr.

    KANSAS CITY, MO - APRIL 27: Will Anderson Jr. on the red carpet at National WWI Museum and Memorial on April 27, 2023 in Kansas City, Missouri.

    Will Anderson Jr. showed that what is on the inside counts just as much as the exterior. From the outside, he wore a sharp pinstripe suit, but the interior lining featured a moving tribute. The suit was lined with photos of his family and his journey to the league, including special pictures of him and his late grandmother.

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