Round 3 of the 2026 NFL Draft is scheduled for Friday, April 24, 2026 in the evening (as part of Day 2, which covers Rounds 2–3).

Quick Scoop: Key Details

  • The 2026 NFL Draft runs from April 23–25, 2026 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
  • Day 2 (Rounds 2–3) is on Friday, April 24, 2026 ; the TV schedule typically lists this as an evening start (for 2026, major networks note a 7 p.m. ET kickoff for Rounds 2–3 coverage).
  • So if you’re just tuning in for Round 3, you’ll want to be watching on Friday night, April 24 (ET).

Think of it as the “Friday night drama” of the draft: unexpected slides, value picks, and a few “how did he last this long?” moments packed into one evening.

Quick reminder

All dates and times are subject to change by the league, so it’s smart to double-check closer to April on the NFL’s official site or major sports networks.

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