Johnny Drake

Johnny Drake
Johnny Drake was the first ever draft pick for the St. Louis Rams, however, they were known as the Los Angeles Rams back then. In 1937, the Rams made their first ever pick: Johnny Drake, in the 10th overall pick. Drake was a FB whose alma mater was the Purdue Boilermakers.

Career
Drake had a prolific, yet short, career. The 6'1, 213-pounder gained 2,254 yards in five years.(1700-rushing, 530-receiving, 24-passing.) He had 29 overall touchdowns overall.

Birth-Death
Drake was born on March 25, 1916, in Chicago. He died on March 27, 1973, in Detroit. He was 56 years old.