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Start the clock. The 2026 NFL Draft has finally arrived.

The Raiders will kick off the annual event with the No. 1 overall pick. They are widely expected to select Fernando Mendoza, but after the Indiana quarterback is taken off the board, it's unclear how the rest of the first round will play out.

This year, the Patriots will have 11 total picks. Can New England acquire a star to help the team as it seeks another trip to the Super Bowl?

Here is everything that you need to know about the 2026 NFL Draft, including TV and streaming options for the event.

TV channel: ABC | ESPN | NFL Network

The 2026 NFL Draft will air live on ABC, ESPN and NFL Network. Viewers looking to stream the NFL Draft can watch every round on fubo.

Fubo offers a free trial for new subscribers, so you can try the service before you buy. Stream ESPN, ABC, CBS, Fox and 100-plus top channels of live TV and sports without cable. (Participating plans only. Taxes and fees may apply.)

Date: Thursday, April 23 | Friday, April 24 | Saturday, April 25

Time: 8 p.m. ET | 7 p.m. ET | Noon ET

The 2026 NFL Draft will begin with Round 1 at 8 p.m. ET on Thursday, April 23. The event will continue with Rounds 2 and 3 on Friday, April 24, and conclude with Rounds 4-7 on Saturday, April 25.