NFL Nation Apr 24, 2026, 01:20 AM ET

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NFL Nation is made up of 32 team-specific reporters who cover the NFL year-round across ESPN.com, ESPN television shows, ESPN Radio, ESPN+ and social media platforms. It was established ahead of the 2013 season.

The 2026 NFL draft began Thursday night in Pittsburgh (on ESPN/ABC/ESPN App).

We're tracking all 257 picks for Rounds 1-7 , and you also can check out all the best available draft prospects .

The draft continues with Rounds 2 and 3 on Friday (7 p.m. ET) and concludes with Rounds 4-7 on Saturday (noon ET).

ESPN's team of reporters will submit pros and cons below for each of the 32 players selected in Thursday's first round.

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Kiper's Round 1 winners, losers, value picks

Top prospects at every position

Kiper's position rankings

Round 1 picks / order

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