2026 NFL Draft Day One Open Thread

TL;DR

The 2026 NFL Draft is set for tonight at 8:00 PM EST in Pittsburgh, PA, with Clemson potentially having up to three players selected in the first round. Fans can watch the event on ESPN, NFL Network, and ABC.

Key points

2026 NFL Draft is on April 27, 2026
Clemson could have up to three players drafted
Draft location is Pittsburgh, PA
Event starts at 8:00 PM EST
Broadcast on ESPN, NFL Network, and ABC

Clemson

INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA FEBRUARY 27: General view of the podium before Diego Pavia of the Vanderbilt Commodores speaks to the media during the 2026 NFL Draft Combine at the Indiana Convention Center on February 27, 2026 in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Photo by Vanderbilt Athletics/University Images via Getty Images) Welcome to the 2026 NFL Draft. Depending on how things fall tonight, Clemson could see 3 players taken in the first round. Or none. It all just depends on what teams do and who is available later in the round. It would be a bit of a surprise to see any of our Tigers drafted before the back third of the round though. Below are a few links to final mock drafts from around the NFL. The good news is our Tigers will likely end up at competitive teams with an opportunity to get snaps without having to anchor the team. Potential Clemson Draftees:

Peter Woods
TJ Parker
Avieon Terrell
Blake Miller The Athletic Mock Draft ESPN Mock Draft As always join us in the comments below. Hopefully this will be an exciting night for Clemson and sever of our fellow Tigers. **What:** 2026 NFL Draft Round 1 **Location:** Pittsburgh, PA **Time:** 8:00pm EST **TV:** ESPN, NFL Network, ABC **Streaming**: Disney+, ESPN app

Q&A

What time does the 2026 NFL Draft start?

The 2026 NFL Draft starts at 8:00 PM EST.

Where is the 2026 NFL Draft being held?

The 2026 NFL Draft is being held in Pittsburgh, PA.

Which Clemson players are expected to be drafted in the first round?

Potential Clemson draftees include Peter Woods, TJ Parker, Avieon Terrell, and Blake Miller.