1975 NFL draft

The 1975 NFL draft was held January 28–29, 1975, at the New York Hilton at Rockefeller Center in New York City, New York. With the first overall pick of the draft, the Atlanta Falcons selected quarterback Steve Bartkowski.

Hall of Famers

 * Walter Payton, running back from Jackson State, taken 1st round 4th overall by Chicago Bears
 * Inducted: Professional Football Hall of Fame class of 1993.


 * Randy White, defensive tackle from Maryland, taken 1st round 2nd overall by Dallas Cowboys
 * Inducted: Professional Football Hall of Fame class of 1994.


 * Fred Dean, defensive end from Louisiana Tech, taken 2nd round 33rd overall by San Diego Chargers
 * Inducted: Professional Football Hall of Fame class of 2008.


 * Robert Brazile, linebacker from Jackson State, taken 1st round 6th overall by Houston Oilers
 * Inducted: Professional Football Hall of Fame Class of 2018.