Everything You Need to Know About the 2026 NFL Draft
2026 NFL Draft: Start time, live stream, channel, order, and more
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The 2026 NFL Draft, the 91st annual player selection meeting, will take place in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, from April 23 to April 25, 2026. Fans can watch the event on multiple networks, including NFL Network and ESPN, with a total of 257 selections across 7 rounds.
- 01The draft will be held at Point State Park and Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
- 02Round 1 starts at 7:00 PM CT on April 23, 2026.
- 03There will be 257 selections in total, including 33 compensatory picks.
- 04The first round will have eight minutes between selections.
- 05The Chicago Bears are slated to pick 25th overall in the first round.
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The 2026 NFL Draft is set to occur in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, at Point State Park and Acrisure Stadium from April 23 to April 25, 2026. The first round will kick off at 7:00 PM CT on April 23, followed by Rounds 2-3 starting at 6:00 PM CT on April 24, and Rounds 4-7 at 11:00 AM CT on April 25. Fans can tune in through various channels, including NFL Network, ABC, and ESPN. A total of 257 selections will be made across 7 rounds, with the first round allowing eight minutes per pick. The Chicago Bears currently hold the 25th overall pick. Notable prospects expected to attend include David Bailey (LB, Texas Tech) and Ty Simpson (QB, Alabama). The draft will also feature live coverage and analysis from various platforms, including the NFL app and podcasts.
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The draft will boost local tourism and business in Pittsburgh, as fans and teams converge for the event.
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