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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Patriots lack depth at linebacker after Marte Mapu trade
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Lawrence absent from Giants workouts, but Harbaugh optimistic
Giants coach John Harbaugh expressed optimism during a video call with reporters Tuesday that defensive lineman Dexter Lawrence II will remain with the team next season.
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2026 NFL draft: Latest Dallas Cowboys updates, intel, buzz
The Cowboys have eight picks, two in Round 1. Here's the latest on what Dallas might do in the 2026 NFL draft.
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2026 NFL draft: Latest Las Vegas Raiders updates, intel, buzz
The Raiders are set to pick No. 1 and have 10 total selections in the 2026 draft. Here's the latest on Las Vegas.
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Why Fernando Mendoza isn't attending the draft
Adam Schefter joins Pat McAfee and reports on why Fernando Mendoza won't be attending the NFL draft in Pittsburgh.
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Sources: Fernando Mendoza not planning to attend NFL draft
Fernando Mendoza has informed the NFL that he is not planning to attend the draft, sources told ESPN.
