undrafted
Americanadjective
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Sports. not under contract with a specific team.
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(especially of legislation) not yet put in written form.
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not conscripted for military service.
Example Sentences
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The quarterback mess has played a part - and what summed them up nicely was undrafted rookie Jack Strand replacing a struggling Cooper Rush, and duly threw a pick six.
From BBC ● Sep. 21, 2026
The undrafted rookie put a bow on a strong camp by earning five tackles and a pretty pass breakup against the Rams.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 31, 2026
Wright, who went undrafted after playing for Kiffin at Mississippi, is believed to be the first player to have an agreement to return to college football after signing with an NFL team.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 24, 2026
He was with the Browns for fewer than two weeks after the Philadelphia Eagles signed him as an undrafted free agent and placed him on waivers in early August.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 24, 2026
But the 6-foot-5, 265-pound Bailey, an undrafted free agent from Louisville, continues to impress.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 22, 2026
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