2026 NFL draft information
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When is the NFL draft?
The 2026 NFL draft will begin with Round 1 on April 23. Rounds 2-3 will be April 24, and Rounds 4-7 will be April 25. The draft will be held in Pittsburgh, and you can watch on ESPN, ABC and ESPN App.
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Seattle Seahawks' 2026 NFL draft picks: Selection analysis
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Denver Broncos 2026 NFL draft picks: Selection analysis
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