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Cincinnati eyes 2029 NFL Draft hosting bid
28 May
Summary
- Cincinnati is in talks with the NFL to host the 2029 draft.
- The city has submitted a letter of interest for the event.
- The 2027 and 2028 drafts are already awarded to other cities.
Cincinnati is making a concerted effort to secure its place as the host city for the 2029 NFL Draft. The Cincinnati Regional Sports Commission, in conjunction with the Bengals, has reportedly been in communication with the National Football League regarding this aspiration.
A letter of interest has been formally submitted by the Bengals, signaling the initial step in the city's pursuit of the event. Although a formal bid has not yet been presented, these ongoing discussions highlight Cincinnati's strong interest in hosting. The NFL is expected to make a decision on the 2029 host at a later, unspecified date.
To underscore the timeline, the 2027 NFL Draft is scheduled to take place in Washington D.C., with Minneapolis set to host the 2028 edition. This indicates that the league has already allocated the upcoming draft events, further emphasizing the significance of Cincinnati's interest for 2029.
