Draft Pick Value Calculator

Enter your pick number and a comparison pick to calculate trade values using the Jimmy Johnson chart and see whether the deal favors you.
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How to Use This Calculator

  1. 1

    Enter Your Pick Number

    Input the overall pick number (1-256) you are considering trading away. This represents your team's current asset.

  2. 2

    Specify the Compare Pick Number

    Enter the overall pick number (1-256) that you are potentially receiving in return.

  3. 3

    Review Your Trade Analysis

    The calculator displays both picks' Jimmy Johnson chart values, the value difference, a trade verdict, and your pick's round. The Insights panel shows the value multiplier and compensation needed to balance the trade.

Example Calculation

A general manager is evaluating trading the 1st overall pick for the 10th overall pick in the upcoming NFL Draft.

Your Pick Number

1

Compare Pick Number

10

Results

Pick Value

3,000 pts

Compare Pick Value

1,300 pts

Value Difference

1,700 pts

Trade Verdict

+1700

Round

1st Round

Insights card shows value multiplier and compensation analysis.

Tips

Combine Picks for Value

A single high pick can often be traded for multiple lower picks that collectively match its value. For example, Pick #1 (3,000 pts) could be traded for Pick #10 (1,300 pts) plus Pick #20 (850 pts) plus a mid-round pick to cover the remaining 850 points.

Adjust for Positional Scarcity

The chart provides raw value, but positional scarcity matters. A top-tier quarterback at Pick #3 (2,200 pts) might be worth more in practice if no other QBs are available later in the draft.

Use the Value Multiplier

The Insights panel shows how many times more valuable one pick is than another. Pick #1 is worth 2.3x Pick #10, meaning the team trading up needs to add substantial additional picks to balance the deal.

Unlocking Trade Potential with the Draft Pick Value Calculator

The Draft Pick Value Calculator provides a quantitative framework for assessing NFL draft pick trades using the widely recognized Jimmy Johnson chart.

This tool allows general managers, sports analysts, and avid fans to instantly compare the relative value of two draft selections, from the 1st overall pick to the 256th, and generate a clear trade verdict.

In the high-stakes environment of the 2026 NFL Draft, understanding these values is paramount for strategic roster building and maximizing team assets.

The Jimmy Johnson Draft Value Chart Explained

The Jimmy Johnson Draft Pick Value Chart assigns a specific point value to each pick in the NFL Draft.

The chart uses an exponential decline — the #1 pick (3,000 pts) is worth more than double the #5 pick (1,700 pts).

Key reference points:

  • Pick #1: 3,000 points (elite franchise pick)
  • Pick #10: 1,300 points (premium first-rounder)
  • Pick #32: 590 points (end of first round)
  • Pick #65: 260 points (start of third round)
  • Pick #100: 60 points (mid-fourth round)
  • Pick #150+: 1 point (late-round minimum)
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Evaluating a Trade Between the 1st and 10th Overall Picks

Consider a scenario where a team holds the coveted 1st overall pick (3,000 points) and is considering trading down.

Another team offers their 10th overall pick (1,300 points).

  1. Your Pick Value: The 1st overall pick = 3,000 points
  2. Compare Pick Value: The 10th overall pick = 1,300 points
  3. Value Difference: 3,000 - 1,300 = 1,700 points
  4. Value Multiplier: Pick #1 is worth 3,000 / 1,300 = 2.3x Pick #10

The team moving from 1st to 10th gives up 1,700 points of value.

To balance the trade, the team receiving the 1st pick would need to add other picks totaling at least 1,700 points — roughly equivalent to Pick #5 (1,700 pts) or multiple Day 2 selections.

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Strategic Asset Valuation in Professional Sports

In professional sports, particularly the NFL, draft picks are among the most valuable assets a franchise possesses.

Their valuation is a complex blend of art and science, where raw talent assessment meets strategic team building.

The ability to accurately compare the worth of a high first-round pick against a package of multiple mid-round selections is critical for competitive advantage.

This strategic valuation influences everything from free agency decisions to long-term franchise stability.

Alternative Draft Pick Valuation Models

While the Jimmy Johnson chart is foundational, several alternatives have emerged.

The Rich Hill chart assigns more value to later-round picks.

The Harvard Sports Analysis Collective chart uses a data-driven approach analyzing actual player performance and contract values.

The Chase Stuart chart emphasizes cumulative value of multiple picks.

These models vary in how they account for the rising cost of rookie contracts and the strategic importance of cap space, offering different perspectives for teams to evaluate trade scenarios.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Jimmy Johnson Draft Pick Value Chart?

The Jimmy Johnson Draft Pick Value Chart assigns numerical point values to each NFL draft pick, from 3,000 points for the 1st overall pick down to 1 point for late-round selections. Developed by former Dallas Cowboys coach Jimmy Johnson, it provides a standardized framework for comparing pick values during trade negotiations.

How are draft pick values determined?

Draft pick values in the Jimmy Johnson chart are based on historical data correlating pick position with player success. The #1 pick is worth 3,000 points, #10 is worth 1,300 points, and values decrease sharply through the rounds. The last pick of the first round (#32) is worth 590 points.

Why do teams trade draft picks?

Teams trade draft picks to acquire higher-value selections (trading up for franchise players), accumulate more picks (trading down for depth), or acquire veteran players. The chart helps quantify whether a trade package is fair — for example, moving from #10 (1,300 pts) to #1 (3,000 pts) requires adding 1,700 points of additional picks.

Are all draft pick value charts the same?

No. The Jimmy Johnson chart is the most famous, but alternatives like the Rich Hill chart and Harvard Sports Analysis Collective chart use different methodologies. Some give more weight to later-round picks or factor in rookie contract economics. However, most agree on the general principle that top picks are exponentially more valuable.