Kelvin Kirk (1976)

Meet Kelvin Kirk, the first Mr. Irrelevant in NFL history, drafted dead last in the 1976 NFL Draft. While most final picks fade into obscurity, Kirk became a cult hero. He didn’t just make history—he became trivia night royalty.

Sure, he didn’t rack up jaw-dropping stats, but his claim to fame lives on in every draft broadcast and deep-cut NFL convo. Whether you're a draft historian or just love an underdog, Kirk’s story is a reminder that even the last pick can leave a lasting mark.

Is he the GOAT of irrelevance? You decide.

Kelvin Kirk (1976) 's Rankings

Mr. Irrelevants

Rank: #7 (see rankings)

Win Rate: 35.0%

Streak: ❄️ 1-match losing streak

Best matchups (highest win rate)

Kelvin Kirk (1976) vs Marty Moore (1994) - Wins 66.7% of battles
Kelvin Kirk (1976) vs Ryan Succop (2009) - Wins 50.0% of battles
Kelvin Kirk (1976) vs Brock Purdy (2022) - Wins 40.0% of battles

Worst matchups (lowest win rate)

Kelvin Kirk (1976) vs Tyrone McGriff (1980) - Loses 66.7% of battles
Kelvin Kirk (1976) vs Brock Purdy (2022) - Loses 60.0% of battles
Kelvin Kirk (1976) vs Ryan Succop (2009) - Loses 50.0% of battles