The number 13 has been considered unlucky from the time of ancient Christianity, and the illogical-but-persisting belief continues today in anyone the least bit superstitious.
Yet players drafted 13th have proved very lucky for a lot of teams in various sports through the years — worth noting as the Miami Dolphins prepare to select No. 13 overall in next week’s NFL Draft.
Four future Pro Football Hall of Famers were drafted 13th — Bob Lilly, Franco Harris, Kellen Winslow Sr. and Tony Gonzalez — and another sure to get to Canton, Ohio, Aaron Donald, is currently playing.