What Times Does The Nfl Draft Start?
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It’s that time of year again! The NFL Draft is just around the corner, so make sure you know when it starts.
The NFL Draft starts at 8 pm ET on Thursday, April 23
The first round of the NFL draft will begin on Thursday, April 23 at 8 pm ET. The draft will then continue on Friday, April 24 at 7 pm ET, and on Saturday, April 25 at 12 pm ET.
The NFL Draft will be held virtually for the first time in its history
The NFL Draft will be held virtually for the first time in its history, the league announced, with team personnel participating remotely amid the coronavirus pandemic.
The draft, originally scheduled to take place in Las Vegas from April 23-25, will now be held online, with team personnel participating from their homes or facilities. Commissioner Roger Goodell will announce draft picks from his home in New York.
“This decision reflects our commitment to protecting the health and safety of all stakeholders in our game,” Goodell said in a statement. “While this presents some unique challenges, we are confident that we can conduct an exciting and successful Draft that upholds all of the values and traditions of our League.”
The NFL Draft is one of the most highly anticipated offseason events for football fans, as it marks the beginning of a new season and the opportunity for teams to improve their rosters for the upcoming campaign.
The NFL Draft will be televised on ESPN and NFL Network
The NFL Draft will be televised on ESPN and NFL Network. The first round will begin at 8:00 p.m. ET on Thursday, April 27. The second and third rounds will take place on Friday, April 28 at 7:00 p.m. ET. Rounds 4-7 will be held on Saturday, April 29 at 12:00 p.m. ET.
