USC football players past and present had a wide variety of commentary and reaction to Day 1 of the 2017 NFL Draft on Thursday night.
The tally of USC football’s overall draft picks and first rounders grew on Thursday as Adoree’ Jackson became the 497th Trojan selection and 80th pick in the first round for USC all-time.
While Jackson’s selection drew most of the attention of USC Twitter on Day 1 of the 2017 NFL Draft, more than a few Trojans paid close attention to the other happenings in Philadelphia.
Here’s a look at some of the social media reaction to the first round of the NFL Draft:
Jackson’s taste of music and fashon were on display in Philadelphia…
Y'all approve my walk in song ?? @Drake pic.twitter.com/j2ZsTqQ23L
— Adoree' Jackson (@AdoreeKnows) April 28, 2017
Always dressed for success, @AdoreeKnows is hoping tonight is the night at the #NFLDraft. #USCtotheNFL pic.twitter.com/oj2U4KK4gz
— USC Trojans (@USC_Athletics) April 27, 2017
My boy @AdoreeKnows looking fresh!!
— JuJu Smith-Schuster (@TeamJuJu) April 27, 2017
@AdoreeKnows boy you look spiffy
— Claude B The Name (@ClaudePelon) April 27, 2017
Adoree knew in college. Adoree is about to know in the NFL.
— Pac-12 Network (@Pac12Network) April 27, 2017
One thing we all know: @adoreeknows loves @usc_athletics and their fans. pic.twitter.com/DdwwIQ7gyu
JuJu Smith-Schuster took the time to send his thanks to the Trojan Family…
THANK YOU TROJAN FAMILY!#FIGHTONFOREVER pic.twitter.com/NqnxecwQ9k
— JuJu Smith-Schuster (@TeamJuJu) April 28, 2017
Don't know where I'm headed but I know where I've been! 3 great years as a Trojan #FightOn pic.twitter.com/Fd6DzvSW3o
— JuJu Smith-Schuster (@TeamJuJu) April 28, 2017
Smith-Schuster would miss out on a first round selection on Day 1, but he kept his chin up on Twitter…
In God's hands #IGWT
— JuJu Smith-Schuster (@TeamJuJu) April 28, 2017
Just got a call.....from God, he said everything's gonna be alright #IGWT
— JuJu Smith-Schuster (@TeamJuJu) April 28, 2017
Steelers’ tight end Xavier Grimble had a message for those who won’t be picked this draft weekend…
Congratulations to those who will be drafted and to the UDFA's, don't be discouraged! Grind and Trust the process! Will your way ??
— Xavier Grimble (@justfollowZae23) April 27, 2017
USC Athletics shared a nifty graphic on the draft…
The greatest #NFLDraft story ever told continues tonight! #USCtotheNFL pic.twitter.com/oTPVAOApqH
— USC Trojans (@USC_Athletics) April 27, 2017
Titans defensive lineman Antwaun Woods voiced his confidence that the Browns wouldn’t pursue a quarterback in the first round. They didn’t…
Never, Cody Kessler https://t.co/YDG8IDgfkb
— Antwaun Woods Sr. (@AntwaunWoods_) April 27, 2017
As the picks began to role in, former Jets No. 1 overall pick Keyshawn Johnson welcomed the Browns’ No. 1 selection Myles Garrett to the club. Since Garrett hails from Texas A&M, USC’s record five No. 1 overall picks remains tied for the all-time record…
Congrats @MylesLGarrett, you have now entered a great fraternity of #1 overall #NFLDraft picks .... Fight On✌?
— Keyshawn Johnson (@keyshawn) April 28, 2017
Former Cardinals pick Matt Leinart and Washington Redskins safety Su’a Cravens had some praise for Stanford’s Solomon Thomas as pick No. 3…
Solomon Thomas is a stud. Saw him live last year and covered him last few. Kid is going to be a great player!
— Matt Leinart (@MattLeinartQB) April 28, 2017
Cravens and Giants linebacker Devon Kennard took the time to give the Pac-12 some love when Christian McCaffrey went to the Panthers at No. 8.
Love seeing a lot of @Pac12Network guys in first round!
— DK (@DevonKennard) April 28, 2017
Former Browns second rounder Eric Wright bemoaned the commentary following Jabrill Peppers’ selection at No. 25…
Woods had some words on UCLA’s Takk McKinley’s emotional pick to the Falcons at No. 26.
Respect to Takk from the other college team in LA.
— Antwaun Woods Sr. (@AntwaunWoods_) April 28, 2017
Meanwhile, USC quarterback commit Matt Corrall, cornerback signee Je’Quari Godfrey and offensive line blue shirt Jalen McKenzie were looking towards the future…
Can't wait for my time... #DraftDay
— Je’Quari Godfrey ⚜️ (@Jay_Godfrey22) April 28, 2017
Tryna walk across that stage in 3-4 years ????
— Jalen Mckenzie ? (@pcBjaypeez_) April 27, 2017
The 2017 NFL Draft continues on Friday evening with the second and third rounds, when Smith-Schuster is expected to hear his name called.