Pittsburgh Hosts 2026 NFL Draft With Expanded Coverage
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Pittsburgh — The 2026 NFL Draft begins Thursday, April 23, taking place across Point State Park and Acrisure Stadium and continuing through Saturday, April 25, as all 32 NFL teams select college players during the 91st edition. Teams will have eight minutes per first-round pick, a change from the previous ten-minute allowance, accelerating opening-night pacing.
This week broadcasters will carry draft coverage on NFL Network, ABC, ESPN and ESPN Deportes, with streaming available via network apps. Day 2 starts Friday, April 24, at 6 p.m. Local programming includes WRTV-ABC's All ACcess: The Draft airing April 23 at 7:30 p.m., highlighting Indiana prospects and Colts-related coverage.
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Timeline
- 1. 1948: Pittsburgh previously hosted a major NFL draft event (historical reference).
- 2. April 2026 announced: NFL schedules the 91st Draft for April 23–25 in Pittsburgh.
- 3. Rule change implemented: first-round selection time reduced from ten to eight minutes for 2026.
- 4. April 23, 2026: Draft Day 1 begins; WRTV-ABC airs All ACcess: The Draft at 7:30 p.m.
- 5. April 24, 2026: Day 2 of the draft begins at 6 p.m.; teams continue selections.
Why it matters
The 2026 NFL Draft in Pittsburgh is a big deal for sports fans. It's a chance to see your team's future unfold in real time. The new eight-minute rule for first-round picks means a faster, more exciting opening night. Tune in to WRTV-ABC's All ACcess: The Draft for local insights.
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