The 2026 NFL Draft begins on Thursday with all three days and seven rounds airing live on Channel 2.
Hundreds of players will hope to hear their name called in Pittsburgh. The list includes several players from Georgia State, Georgia Tech and the University of Georgia as well as former high school talent from around the state.
Here are the names to know. And watch WSB-TV’s 2026 NFL Draft Special LIVE at 7 p.m. Thursday leading up to the first round on ABC.
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Marlin Klein, Michigan, Rabun Gap, Nacoochee School
Connor Lew, Auburn, Kennesaw Mountain High School
Kayden McDonald, Ohio State, North Gwinnett High School
Colton Hood, Tennessee, Eagles Landing Christian Academy
Jalon Kilgore, South Carolina, Putnam County High School
