when is the nfl draft round 4
NFL Draft Round 4 for the 2026 NFL Draft is scheduled for Saturday, April 25, 2026 , starting at 12:00 p.m. Eastern Time. This day covers Rounds 4–7 of the draft, which spans three days from April 23–25 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
Key Details
- Date: Saturday, April 25, 2026.
- Time: Begins at 12:00 p.m. ET, following Rounds 2–3 on Friday, April 24, at 7:00 p.m. ET.
- Location: North Shore area, including Acrisure Stadium and Point State Park in Pittsburgh.
- Context: Round 4 marks the start of "Day 3" of the draft, where teams fill depth roles with later picks, often focusing on developmental prospects.
Viewing Information
- TV Channels: Broadcast on ESPN, ABC, and NFL Network.
- Streaming: Available via NFL+ app, ESPN+ (with TV provider login), and NFL.com.
- Latest News: The 2026 draft order and trades are tracked on sites like NFLDraftBuzz, updated through the offseason.
This timing aligns with recent trends where Rounds 4–7 occur on a Saturday afternoon, drawing strong viewership for late-round surprises.