NFL Legends, Current Players to Announce 2026 Draft Picks
The NFL has unveiled the roster of legends and current players who will announce the draft picks for the 2026 NFL Draft in Pittsburgh. This event marks a significant occasion, as Pittsburgh hosts the Draft for the first time since 1948.
NFL Draft Overview
The 2026 NFL Draft is poised to take place over three days:
- Round 1: Begins on Thursday, April 23
- Rounds 2-3: Continuation on Friday, April 24
- Rounds 4-7: Concludes on Saturday, April 25
Notable Legends in Attendance
A total of 32 clubs will participate in announcing their selections, featuring several NFL Legends. Among these are:
- Ronde Barber (Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Class of 2023)
- Jerome Bettis (Pittsburgh Steelers, Class of 2015)
- Jimbo Covert (Chicago Bears, Class of 2020)
- Tony Dorsett (Dallas Cowboys, Class of 1994)
- Calvin Johnson (Detroit Lions, Class of 2021)
- Curtis Martin (New York Jets, Class of 2012)
- Drew Pearson (Dallas Cowboys, Class of 2021)
- John Stallworth (Pittsburgh Steelers, Class of 2002)
- Dwight Stephenson (Miami Dolphins, Class of 1998)
Current Player Contributions
Alongside the legends, four active players will also handle the announcement of their teams’ selections:
- James Conner (Arizona Cardinals)
- Brian O’Neill (Minnesota Vikings)
- Joey Porter Jr. (Pittsburgh Steelers)
- Jeffery Simmons (Tennessee Titans)
Pennsylvania Connections
Several presenters have ties to Pennsylvania, adding a local flavor to the event. Ten presenters hail from the state, including:
- Marques Colston (Harrisburg, New Orleans)
- James Conner (Erie, Arizona)
- Jimbo Covert (Conway, Chicago)
- Tony Dorsett (Rochester, Dallas)
- John Kuhn (York, Green Bay)
- Bill Maas (Philadelphia, Kansas City)
- Curtis Martin (Pittsburgh, New York)
- Pat McAfee (Plum, Indianapolis)
- Matt Millen (Hokendauqua, Las Vegas)
- Paul Posluszny (Butler, Jacksonville)
This event promises to be a memorable celebration of NFL history and current talent, all set against the backdrop of Pittsburgh’s rich sports legacy.
