2025 NFL Draft Begins Thursday in Green Bay

GREEN BAY, Wis. — The 2025 NFL Draft kicks off this Thursday at 5 p.m. PT at Lambeau Field in Green Bay, Wisconsin, marking an exciting event for football fans and teams alike.

This year’s draft features some of the top college football talents vying for a spot in the NFL. A total of 16 players will attend the draft in person, including standout prospects like Alabama guard Tyler Booker and Miami quarterback Cam Ward.

The event spans over three days, ending on Saturday, April 26. Fans can catch live coverage on NFL Network, ABC, ESPN, and ESPN Deportes. The first round will start at 8 p.m. ET on Thursday, with rounds 2-3 starting at 7 p.m. ET on Friday, and rounds 4-7 beginning at noon ET on Saturday.

Top prospects include defensive end Abdul Carter from Penn State and wide receiver Travis Hunter from Colorado, both of whom are expected to make a significant impact in the league. After a strong 2024 season, the Cleveland Browns and New York Giants hold the second and third overall picks, respectively, raising the stakes for this year’s selections.

Each team has a specific time frame to make their selections, with Round 1 allowing 10 minutes per pick, while rounds 2-3 allow 7 minutes, and the remaining rounds provide shorter windows.

The anticipation surrounding the draft continues to grow, with each team hoping to find the next franchise cornerstone. As the clock ticks down, teams are actively preparing for their strategic decisions that could shape their future for years to come.