Kobee Minor, a defensive back from Memphis, was named Mr. Irrelevant 2025 after being the final pick in the NFL Draft by the New England Patriots. The title 'Mr. Irrelevant' was created by Paul Salata in 1976 to celebrate the last draft pick, turning the occasion into a tradition that includes 'Irrelevant Week,' featuring events like a trip to Newport Beach and Disneyland. Minor, who stands 6-0 and weighs 190 pounds, played for three college teams, starting at Texas Tech, transferring to Indiana, and finishing at Memphis, where he accumulated 80 tackles over 45 games without interceptions. Despite the lighthearted nature of the title, some 'Mr. Irrelevant' players, like Brock Purdy and Ryan Succop, have found success in the NFL. The tradition has grown over the years, with the final selection being announced by Salata until 2013, after which his daughter took over the honors.

Kobee Minor, selected by the New England Patriots as the 257th pick in the 2025 NFL Draft, is the latest player to receive the title of Mr. Irrelevant, a title given to the final pick of the draft since 1976.

The concept of Mr. Irrelevant was introduced by Paul Salata, who initiated 'Irrelevant Week' to celebrate the last pick, including festivities like a stay in Newport Beach, Disneyland visits, and a golf outing.

Kobee Minor had a varied college career, playing for Texas Tech, Indiana, and Memphis, accumulating 80 tackles, seven tackles for loss, two sacks, and two forced fumbles, despite not securing any interceptions.

Although the title is meant to be humorous, several Mr. Irrelevant players, such as quarterback Brock Purdy and kicker Ryan Succop, have achieved notable success in their professional careers.

The tradition of naming a Mr. Irrelevant has continued for 47 years, with the final draft pick being celebrated and announced by Salata until 2013, after which his daughter continued the practice.

While the media pays the most attention to who the first pick in the NFL Draft will be, someone is always going to be the last pick. The draft is a marathon, not a sprint. After nearly 15 hours of teams making selections, the seven rounds of the draft come to a close with one final selection. 

Originally, the last pick came and went and nobody really thought much of it. Then, Paul Salata decided that the final pick in the draft should be celebrated. It became an on-the-nose tradition, but now the final pick in the annual event is known as Mr. Irrelevant. The player is presented with a jersey with their draft pick number and the name "Mr. Irrelevant" on it.

The celebration has evolved and now there is an "Irrelevant Week" that consists of a week-long stay at Newport Beach, Calif., a trip to Disneyland, and a golf outing. While rare, there have been success stories with the final pick in the draft. San Francisco quarterback Brock Purdy and longtime kicker Ryan Succop were both the final players drafted in their respective drafts. 

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Here, we introduce you to the 2025 Mr. Irrelevant. 

Who is Mr. Irrelevant 2025?

Memphis defensive back Kobee Minor was selected by the Patriots with the 257th pick. The 6-0, 190-pound corner bounced around college football, playing for three different teams. He started his collegiate career at Texas Tech in 2020. After three years, he transferred to Indiana in 2023. Minor transferred one final time, spending his last season in Memphis. 

In total, Minor played in 45 games and finished with 80 total tackles, seven tackles for loss, two sacks, 12 passes defended, and two forced fumbles. He did not have an interception during his college career. 

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What is Mr. Irrelevant?

"Mr. Irrelevant" is the title that is given to the final player selected in the NFL Draft.

The nickname originated in 1976 when Salata created a series of events known as "Irrelevant Week," which celebrated the final pick of the draft. Salata himself announced the final selection of the draft every year until 2013, at which point his daughter took over.

"Irrelevant Week" is held yearly in Newport Beach, Calif. The new Mr. Irrelevant and his family get to spend a week there while touring Disneyland, attending media availabilities and participating in a roast during which advice is given to the newest member of the esteemed club.

The first Mr. Irrelevant was Dayton wide receiver Kelvin Kirk. He was selected by the Steelers with the 487th pick of the 17-round 1976 NFL Draft. The tradition has continued yearly in the 47 years since his selection.

Mr. Irrelevant history

Here is a list of the players who have earned the infamous "Mr. Irrelevant" title. 

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