With the drama of the 2026 NFL Draft Round 1, filled with both expected picks and shocking surprises, now behind us, anticipation builds for the second round. Now, teams have the chance to find impact players among the elite prospects who surprisingly remain on the board, setting the stage for another night of franchise-shaping decisions.
The April 23 opening round saw the Las Vegas Raiders make a decisive move by choosing Heisman Trophy winner Fernando Mendoza as the No. 1 overall pick, ushering in a new era for the franchise. In a surprising turn, the Minnesota Vikings disrupted expectations by choosing Florida defensive tackle Caleb Banks at No. 18, even though Banks is recovering from recent foot surgery.
Although 32 names have already been called, a wealth of highly touted prospects are still waiting for their moment, turning attention to what promises to be a thrilling second round. The San Francisco 49ers will officially be the first team on the clock, poised to set the tone for the evening.
Here’s how you can watch and follow every moment of the April 24 crucial second and third rounds of the NFL Draft, ensuring you don’t miss any of the excitement as new stars find their homes.
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The 2026 NFL Draft Theater stage at Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh, Pa. on April 23, 2026.
1 / 23Steel City ready for draft night as the NFL comes to PittsburghThe 2026 NFL Draft Theater stage at Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh, Pa. on April 23, 2026.
The 2026 NFL Draft Theater stage at Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh, Pa. on April 23, 2026.
The second round of the 2026 NFL Draft starts on April 24, at 7 p.m. ET, covering picks 33 to 64. Viewers can tune in on ABC, ESPN, ESPN2, and NFL Network, or stream the event via ESPN+ and NFL+.
TV: NFL Network; ABC; ESPN; ESPN2; ESPN Deportes
Streaming options: NFL+; ESPN Unlimited & Select; Fubo
Rounds 2 and 3 of the draft will happen on April 24, with Rounds 4-7 being held on April 25, starting at noon, ET.
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