#7: Almost Went Undrafted

In the 2000 NFL Draft, Tom Brady was selected 199th overall in the sixth round by the New England Patriots, making him one of the biggest underdog stories in sports history. Scouts criticized his lack of mobility and average arm strength, and six quarterbacks were drafted ahead of him.

Brady was fourth on the depth chart when he arrived at training camp. However, he impressed coaches with his intelligence, leadership, and relentless work ethic. Despite being an afterthought on draft day, he became the most accomplished quarterback in NFL history, proving every doubter wrong.