What Time is the NFL Draft 2025? Dates, Times, Where to Watch
The 2025 NFL Draft is almost here, and teams will be on the hunt for their next star franchise player. You’ll want to be watching it every step of the way — from the Tennessee Titans at the first overall pick to the Kansas City Chiefs choosing Mr.Irrelevant in Round 7.
The 2025 NFL Draft will start on Thursday, April 24, at 8 p.m. ET, from historic Lambeau Field in Green Bay, Wisc., with Round 1. Rounds 2-7 will take place on April 25-26.
Here's everything you need to know about the 2025 NFL Draft, including when, where, how to watch, and players who will be in attendance.
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When is the NFL Draft 2025?
The NFL Draft is scheduled from April 24- 26, 2025. Below is the full schedule of the 2025 NFL Draft, day-by-day:
- Thursday, April 24, 8 p.m. ET — Round 1
- Friday, April 25, 7 p.m. ET — Rounds 2-3
- Saturday, April 26, 12 p.m. ET — Rounds 4-7
How Long is the NFL Draft?
The first round of the NFL Draft usually lasts about 3 hours, 30 minutes, but it can vary. Each team has 10 minutes to make its pick in the first round, and most teams tend to take most of their time. Each pick is followed by the official announcement from Commissioner Roger Goodell.
Where to Watch the 2025 NFL Draft?
The 2025 NFL Draft will be held in Green Bay, Wisc., at Lambeau Field and its adjacent Titletown District.
However, if you plan on watching the Draft, there are plenty of options for you to see who your team takes in this year’s draft. Many television networks will be broadcasting the event as it is one of the most anticipated events in sports.
The networks broadcasting the 2025 NFL Draft are:
- ABC
- ESPN
- NFL Network
- NFL+
While ESPN’s Draft coverage is considered the cream of the crop with experts like Mel Kiper and Louis Riddick, you have plenty of options on Draft Day to watch all of the action.
How to Stream 2025 NFL Draft?
If you do not have access to any of these networks, you can view the draft on streaming sites that include these channels including Fubo TV, CBS Sports HQ, and the ESPN streaming app.
If you anticipate traveling on the road during the draft, you can also listen on the radio via SiriusXM, Westwood One Sports, and ESPN radio.
Who is Attending the 2025 NFL Draft?
The NFL announced that 17 players would be attending the 2025 NFL Draft this year, which is set to start at 8 p.m. ET on April 24. This number is up from the 13 who attended in 2024, and double from the March report that said only 8-10 would attend.
Here is the full list of prospects attending the 2025 NFL Draft, in alphabetical order by last name.
- Tyler Booker, OG, Alabama
- Jihaad Campbell, LB, Alabama
- Will Campbell, OT, LSU
- Abdul Carter, EDGE, Penn State
- Jaxson Dart, QB, Ole Miss
- Matthew Golden, WR, Texas
- Mason Graham, DT, Michigan
- Travis Hunter, CB/WR, Colorado
- Ashton Jeanty, RB, Boise State
- Will Johnson, CB, Michigan
- Tetairoa McMillan, WR, Arizona
- Jalen Milroe, QB, Alabama
- Josh Simmons, OT, Ohio State
- Malaki Starks, S, Georgia
- Shemar Stewart, EDGE, Texas A&M
- Cam Ward, QB, Miami
- Mykel Williams, EDGE, Georgia
Ready for the 2025 NFL Draft?
The stage is set, the prospects are ready, and the teams have their draft boards locked in — the 2025 NFL Draft is about to take over the football world for three days. Whether you’re tuned in for your team’s future QB or just here for the drama of Draft night surprises, there’s no shortage of storylines to follow from Round 1 at Lambeau until the final pick on Saturday.
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