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The 2026 NFL Draft is tonight. Here's when and how to watch.

The 2026 NFL Draft is tonight. Here's when and how to watch.

Summary

The 2026 NFL Draft starts Thursday evening in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, and runs through Saturday. All 32 NFL teams will pick players over seven rounds, with the first round beginning at 8 p.m. EDT on Thursday.

Key Facts

  • The draft takes place from April 23 to April 25, 2026, in Pittsburgh.
  • Round 1 starts at 8 p.m. on Thursday, rounds 2 and 3 at 7 p.m. on Friday, and rounds 4-7 at noon on Saturday.
  • The Las Vegas Raiders hold the first overall pick, expected to select first.
  • Each team has a limited time to make picks: 8 minutes in round 1, 7 in round 2, 5 in rounds 3-6, and 4 minutes in round 7.
  • A total of 257 players will be chosen during the draft.
  • The draft is held at Acrisure Stadium, with fan activities at Point State Park nearby.
  • The event will be broadcast on ABC, ESPN, ESPN Deportes, and the NFL Network.
  • Streaming options include the ABC App, ESPN app, NFL+, Hulu+ Live TV, YouTube TV, and Fubo TV.
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