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Pittsburgh Welcomes 2026 NFL Draft After 78 Years
24 Apr
Summary
- The 2026 NFL Draft is in Pittsburgh for the first time in 78 years.
- The draft starts April 23rd and will be broadcast across multiple networks.
- Several teams hold multiple first-round selections in the upcoming draft.
The 2026 NFL Draft has officially begun in Pittsburgh, a historic moment as the city hosts the event for the first time in 78 years. Kicking off on April 23rd, the annual player selection meeting is set to unfold over three days.
This year's draft class is not anticipated to feature Hall of Fame-caliber talent, especially when compared to the prospects expected in 2027. However, numerous players are poised to enter the league and potentially make significant, even immediate, contributions to their new teams.
The entire event will be broadcast live on NFL Network, ESPN, and ABC, with options to stream on NFL+ and ESPN+. The NFL Draft is frequently accompanied by numerous trades, and this year is no exception. Following a recent blockbuster deal involving a top-10 pick, six teams now hold multiple selections in the first round, indicating potential for substantial draft-day maneuvering.
