Jake Fromm fell further in the 2020 NFL Draft than some anticipated, going to the Buffalo Bills with the No. 167 pick in the fifth round. Following a celebration with his family, Fromm responded to his unanticipated fall in the draft.
“I hate it a little bit more for my family than for me, the way it’s been tough,” Fromm told Fox5 Atlanta. “It was been little longer than expected, but for me, I’m so excited and so blessed. There’s only so many people who get this opportunity to get that phone call. Beyond thankful to be here in this position. I couldn’t be any more grateful and super excited.”
In his three seasons at Georgia, Fromm combined for 8,236 yards, 78 touchdowns, and 18 interceptions. While his numbers were decent, scouts were never wowed with his arm talent.
On the other hand, Fromm understands the game and is precise with his decision-making. Despite slipping in the draft, his decision-making was enough to hear his name called in the draft. Even though some were surprised, Fromm feels like he's always been the underdog as he gets ready to start his NFL career with the Bills.
“For me, my entire career, I’ve always kind of been the guy left out,” Fromm said. “The guy overseen. The guy who’s not tall enough, not strong enough. Cant do this, can’t do that. For me, it’s just showing up to work and competing and doing whatever I can to help the team win. I'm super excited to get with my new teammates, build relationship and ultimately play NFL football, because that’s what the dream is about and I’m happy to be here.”
The Bills took Fromm in hopes that he could become a formidable backup for Josh Allen. After getting drafted later than he would've liked, Fromm seems focused on proving everyone wrong.
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