2026 NFL Draft Steelers tailgate thread

TL;DR

The 2026 NFL Draft begins tonight at 8 p.m. EST in Pittsburgh, where the Steelers have 12 picks. Fans can discuss draft rumors and scenarios while waiting for the first pick announcement.

Key points

2026 NFL Draft kicks off at 8 p.m. EST
Pittsburgh Steelers have 12 scheduled picks
Event takes place at Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh

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Apr 22, 2026; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; A general overall view of the 2026 NFL Draft theater stage at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images | Kirby Lee-Imagn Images Happy NFL Draft day! The first-round kicks off at 8 p.m. EST tonight — in the heart of Steelers country: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. We’ll have specific open threads and plenty of draft content coming out throughout the weekend. It’s a busy few days that will only get even busier for Steelers fans as Pittsburgh has 12 scheduled picks. While you wait around today for that first “the pick is in” chime on the TV ticker, feel free to hang out here at BTSC to discuss the latest rumors, your favorite mock draft scenarios, or what to do in Pittsburgh if you’re in the area. And if you want a discussion starter, check out the great draft content we’ve already published this cycle:

Q&A

What time does the 2026 NFL Draft start?

The 2026 NFL Draft starts at 8 p.m. EST.

How many picks do the Pittsburgh Steelers have in the 2026 NFL Draft?

The Pittsburgh Steelers have 12 scheduled picks in the 2026 NFL Draft.

Where is the 2026 NFL Draft being held?

The 2026 NFL Draft is being held at Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.