The 2026 NFL Draft takes place from Thursday, April 23, to Saturday, April 25, 2026, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The first round begins at 8:00 PM ET on Thursday, followed by Rounds 2-3 on Friday (7:00 PM ET) and Rounds 4-7 on Saturday (12:00 PM ET). Fans can watch the draft live on ABC, ESPN, NFL Network, and ESPN Deportes, or stream it via NFL+ and the ESPN App.
2026 NFL Draft Schedule & TV Times
The NFL has made a slight adjustment for 2026: The time between first-round selections has been shortened from 10 minutes to 8 minutes, ensuring a faster pace for the Thursday night broadcast.
| Day | Date | Rounds | Start Time (ET) | TV Channels |
| Day 1 | Thursday, April 23 | Round 1 | 8:00 PM | ABC, ESPN, NFL Network |
| Day 2 | Friday, April 24 | Rounds 2-3 | 7:00 PM | ABC, ESPN, NFL Network |
| Day 3 | Saturday, April 25 | Rounds 4-7 | 12:00 PM | ABC, ESPN, NFL Network |
2026 NFL Draft First Round Order (Top 10) (As of April 8, 2026)
Here’s the 2026 NFL Draft first round order pre-trades after April 8th.
1 – Las Vegas Raiders (3-14)
2 – New York Jets (3-14)
3 – Arizona Cardinals (3-14)
4 – Tennessee Titans (3-14)
5 – New York Giants (4-13)
6 – Cleveland Browns (5-12)
7 – Washington Commanders (5-12)
8 – New Orleans Saints (6-11)
9 – Kansas City Chiefs (6-11)
10 – Cincinnati Bengals (6-11)
Download the 2026 NFL Draft Tracker (Rounds 1-3)
Don’t just watch the picks. You can track the future of your franchise. We’ve designed a custom, printer-friendly 2026 NFL Draft Tracker that fits the first three rounds (100 picks) onto a single landscape page.
This tracker uses our “Steel City” palette to celebrate the draft’s arrival in Pittsburgh and includes dedicated space for you to fill in the Player Selection, Position, and School as the picks are announced live on Thursday and Friday nights.
- Format: High-Resolution PDF
- Capacity: All 100 picks from Rounds 1, 2, and 3
- Print Specs: Optimized for Landscape (Fit to Page)
- Utility: 5-Column layout (Pick, Team, Player, Position, School)
How to Watch & Stream the 2026 Draft
- Television: ESPN and ABC provide two distinct broadcasts. ESPN focuses on the “X’s and O’s” with draft gurus, while ABC typically offers a more “College GameDay” style atmosphere focusing on player backstories.
- Streaming: Subscribers can stream via the ESPN App or NFL+.
- Radio: Live national coverage is available on SiriusXM NFL Radio and ESPN Radio.
NFL and SportsBrackets.net Resources
- 2026 NFL Schedule Release: Australia Game & Key Dates
- Printable 2026 Detroit Lions Schedule: Full PDF
- 2026 Masters: How to Watch & Printable Scorecard
Frequently Asked Questions: 2026 NFL Draft
Where is the 2026 NFL Draft located?
The 2026 draft is hosted by the City of Pittsburgh. The main stage is located on the North Shore near Acrisure Stadium, while the “NFL Draft Experience” fan festival is held across the river at Point State Park.
Who is the projected No. 1 pick in the 2026 NFL Draft?
Current mock drafts from experts like Daniel Jeremiah and Bucky Brooks highlight Indiana QB Fernando Mendoza and Notre Dame RB Jeremiyah Love as the top contenders for the Raiders at No. 1.
How many picks are in the 2026 NFL Draft?
There are 257 total selections across seven rounds.
Plan Your 2026 Season: 32-Team Opponent Trackers and Schedules
