pick on

Example Sentences

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That doesn’t mean Stafford was thrilled about general manager Les Snead and coach Sean McVay spending a first-round pick on his heir apparent.

From Los Angeles Times • May 31, 2026

The stock is down about 30% this year, though roughly flat since Barron’s Investor Circle introduced it as a pick on Feb. 13.

From Barron's • May 22, 2026

Smith-Njigba’s radar for the ball is why the Seahawks used their first-round pick on him even though they already had a star receiver in DK Metcalf.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 5, 2026

The Patriots used their first-round pick on quarterback Mac Jones.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 23, 2026

They don't pick on me, they just act like I don't exist.

From "Black Swan Green" by David Mitchell