Below is an context that describes a sql query, paired with an question that provides further information. Write an answer that appropriately completes the request.  # noqa: E501
### Context:
CREATE TABLE table_name_40 (overall_pick VARCHAR, round INTEGER)
### Question:
What was the overall pick number of the player selected before round 3?
### Answer:
SELECT COUNT(overall_pick) FROM table_name_40 WHERE round < 3