Titans draft pick JC Latham gives Roger Goodell bear hug on draft stage despite commish's recent back surgery

NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell walked to the podium several times on Thursday night to announce the names of the first round draft picks. 

But, he underwent surgery on his back about three weeks ago, ESPN reported. While Goodell has "recovered well," and did embrace draftees on stage, he seemed to mostly shy away from his signature bear hug when he was approached by the draftees.

The Tennessee Titans shored up their offensive line by selecting JC Lantham at the No. 7 overall pick.

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