The 2025 NFL Draft begins April 24 in Green Bay. Watch top picks like Cam Ward live on ESPN, NFL Network & streaming apps.


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🏈 2025 NFL Draft Begins in Green Bay for the First Time

The 2025 NFL Draft officially starts today — Thursday, April 24 — and it's making history. For the first time ever, the event is being hosted at the iconic Lambeau Field in Green Bay, Wisconsin.

The draft will run for three days, wrapping up on Saturday, April 26. Thousands of fans have gathered to see where top college football stars will land in the NFL.

📅 NFL Draft 2025: Full Schedule and Times

Here’s when each round takes place:

  • Round 1: Thursday, April 24 at 8:00 PM ET (5:30 AM IST on April 25)

  • Rounds 2 & 3: Friday, April 25 at 7:00 PM ET (4:30 AM IST on April 26)

  • Rounds 4–7: Saturday, April 26 at 12:00 PM ET (9:30 PM IST on April 26)

You can catch the live coverage on ESPN, NFL Network, ABC, and ESPN Deportes. For streaming, tune in via the ESPN App or NFL.com.

🧠 Top Picks to Watch Out For

The Tennessee Titans hold the first overall pick and are widely expected to select Cam Ward, the talented quarterback from Miami. While not everyone agrees with his top-pick status, the Titans seem confident in their choice.

Other key players in this year’s draft include:

  • Abdul Carter (Edge, Penn State) – A powerful pass rusher expected to go early.

  • Travis Hunter (CB/WR, Colorado) – Known for his versatility and Heisman win.

  • Shedeur Sanders (QB, Colorado) – The poised and athletic son of Deion Sanders.

  • Ashton Jeanty (RB, Boise State) – A hard-running back compared to Saquon Barkley.

Teams like the Pittsburgh Steelers, Dallas Cowboys, and Denver Broncos are all making moves that could shape the draft.

🔍 What’s Unique About the 2025 Draft?

This year’s draft is different from others in a few big ways:

  • Lots of Depth: While there may not be as many household names, the overall talent pool runs deep, especially at edge rusher and running back.

  • Running Backs in Demand: Thanks to the recent success of backs like Saquon Barkley, many teams are rethinking how early they pick the position.

  • Trade Buzz: With such a balanced draft, some teams are looking to trade down and collect more picks.

📺 How to Watch the NFL Draft

TV Channels:

  • NFL Network

  • ESPN

  • ABC

  • ESPN Deportes

Streaming Platforms:

  • ESPN App

  • NFL.com

If you're in India, you can watch the first round live on April 25 at 5:30 AM IST.

FAQ

Round 1 begins on April 24 at 8:00 PM ET, which is 5:30 AM IST on April 25 in India.

It’s being held for the first time at Lambeau Field in Green Bay, Wisconsin.

You can watch it on ESPN, NFL Network, ABC, and ESPN Deportes or stream it via the ESPN App and NFL.com.

The Tennessee Titans have the No. 1 overall pick and are expected to choose Cam Ward.

Cam Ward, Abdul Carter, Travis Hunter, Shedeur Sanders, and Ashton Jeanty are among the top prospects.

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