The 2026 draft marks the first year with a shortened clock between 1st-round picks, now 8 minutes instead of 10. Draft Post Idea: Title: The Calm Before the Storm 🏈
It’s the day before the kicks off in Pittsburgh , and the energy at Akershire Stadium is already electric. While fans are hitting the PicksBURGH Music Crawl , front offices are making those final "do or die" calls. What to watch for tomorrow: The Day Before
: Recently renovated and serving as a hub for small businesses and the "Taste of the Draft" event. The 2026 draft marks the first year with
Teams only have 8 minutes for 1st-round picks this year—expect total chaos. What to watch for tomorrow: : Recently renovated
If you are in Pittsburgh for the draft, here are the primary spots for "The Day Before" and beyond:
If you're in town, don't miss the Market Square food scene—fries on everything is the move.