JetNation Posted May 22 Share Posted May 22 Is anyone interested in going to Pittsburgh for the NFL Draft in 2026? Hopefully, the Jets will make the last selection in the first round. Here is a press release from the NFL saying that the city Pittsburgh has been awarded the draft. Pittsburgh to Host 2026 NFL Draft Presented by Bud Light NEW YORK — May 22, 2024 — The NFL announced that the 2026 NFL Draft presented by Bud Light will take place in Pittsburgh, incorporating elements of iconic Point State Park as well as Acrisure Stadium, home of the Pittsburgh Steelers. The announcement was made today at the NFL Spring League Meeting in Nashville, following a review of Pittsburgh’s bid proposal by the Fan Engagement & Major Events Advisory Committee and full ownership. “The NFL Draft is one of the biggest, most-anticipated sporting events of the year, and we’re thrilled to partner with the Pittsburgh Steelers and VisitPITTSBURGH for our 2026 event,” said NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell. “We have a unique opportunity to spotlight this wonderful community on a global stage, benefiting Pittsburgh’s economy and entertaining football fans from all markets. We know this pride of Pennsylvania will shine bright in 2026.” Throughout the three-day event, Pittsburgh will host a slate of Draft activities including a variety of community events, Concert Series presented by Bud Light and NFL Draft Experience – the NFL’s ultimate fan festival. Draft Experience will be free for fans, inviting them to participate in immersive exhibits and games; take photos with the Vince Lombardi Trophy; enjoy the youth-focused Play 60 Zone; shop exclusive merchandise at NFL Shop presented by Visa; and score autographs from current NFL players and Legends. “We are excited that the City of Pittsburgh has been selected to host the 2026 NFL Draft,” said Art Rooney II, Pittsburgh Steelers President. “This will be an amazing event that will highlight everything the region has to offer on a national and international level. I truly appreciate the work that has been done by VisitPITTSBURGH, the NFL, local and state officials, and internally within our organization to accomplish our goal of being selected to host the NFL Draft. We look forward to football fans from all across the country coming to enjoy our city’s culture while also showcasing our rich football history and tradition in the region.” As the Official Hospitality Partner of the NFL, On Location will offer guests premium seating options and elevated hospitality at the 2026 NFL Draft. Fans looking to get front-of-line access to view ticket and hospitality packages and secure their seat at the Draft can sign up via On Location’s website. The NFL Draft has become the league’s biggest offseason event. Since 2015, more than 3 million fans across the country have attended Draft festivities in person. Most recently, the 2024 NFL Draft in Detroit attracted a record-breaking 775,000 fans in person and garnered more than 53.6 million total viewers over three days. The 2025 NFL Draft presented by Bud Light will take place in Green Bay on April 24-26, 2025. NFL DRAFT LOCATION HISTORY Draft Location City 1936 Ritz-Carlton Philadelphia 1937 Hotel Lincoln New York 1938 Hotel Sherman Chicago 1939 Hotel New Yorker New York 1940 Schroeder Hotel Milwaukee 1941 Willard Hotel Washington, D.C. 1942-44 Palmer House Chicago 1945-47 Hotel Commodore New York 1948 Hotel Fort Pitt Pittsburgh 1949-50 Bellevue-Stratford Hotel Philadelphia 1951 Blackstone Hotel Chicago 1952 Hotel Statler New York 1953-54 Bellevue-Stratford Hotel Philadelphia 1955 Warwick Hotel New York 1956 Bellevue-Stratford Hotel (Rounds 1-3) Philadelphia Ambassador Hotel (Rounds 4-30) Los Angeles 1957 Warwick Hotel (Rounds 1-4) Philadelphia Bellevue-Stratford Hotel (Rounds 5-30) Philadelphia 1958-61 Warwick Hotel Philadelphia 1962-64 Sheraton Hotel Chicago 1965-66 Summit Hotel New York 1967 Hotel Gotham New York 1968-71 Belmont Plaza Hotel New York 1972 Essex House New York 1973-74 Americana Hotel New York 1975 Hilton Hotel New York 1976-78 Roosevelt Hotel New York 1979 Waldorf New York 1980-83 Sheraton Hotel New York 1984-85 Omni Park Central Hotel New York 1986-94 Marriott Marquis New York 1995-2004 Theatre at Madison Square Garden New York 2005 Jacob Javits Convention Center New York 2006-2014 Radio City Music Hall New York 2015-16 Auditorium Theatre at Roosevelt University / Grant Park Chicago 2017 Benjamin Franklin Parkway Philadelphia 2018 AT&T Stadium Dallas 2019 Downtown Nashville Nashville 2020 Remote Remote 2021 Downtown Cleveland Cleveland 2022 Las Vegas Strip & Caesars Forum Las Vegas 2023 Downtown Kansas City Kansas City 2024 Downtown Detroit Detroit 2025 Lambeau Field and Titletown Green Bay 2026 Pittsburgh Pittsburgh The post Pittsburgh to Host 2026 NFL Draft Presented by Bud Light appeared first on JetNation.com - New York Jets Blog & Forum.Click here to read the full story... 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