Washington D.C. Set to Host 2027 NFL Draft

Washington, D.C. is gearing up for an exciting event as President Trump is anticipated to announce an agreement for the city to host the NFL draft in 2027. This announcement is expected to take place on Monday, with the draft planned to be held on the iconic National Mall, according to a reliable source.

The NFL draft is an annual event where professional football teams select some of the best college players to join their ranks. To be eligible for selection, players must have been out of high school for at least three years. Historically, from 1965 to 2014, the draft was held in New York City, but since then, it has been moving around to various cities across the country.

Recent drafts have seen impressive attendance, with over 600,000 fans showing up in Green Bay, Wisconsin, just last month for the latest three-day event. The draft is not just a key moment for NFL teams, but also for fans who are eager to see who their favorite teams will pick.

The news of D.C. hosting the draft comes shortly after Washington Commanders owner Josh Harris and Washington Mayor Muriel Bowser announced their plans to return NFL football to the city, building a new stadium after a 27-year absence in Maryland.

President Trump, who has a history in the football world through owning a team in the United States Football League, has been vocal on social media about the draft’s proceedings. Recently, he expressed his disappointment over NFL teams not selecting quarterback Shedeur Sanders in the first round. He pointed out that Sanders is the son of former NFL star Deion Sanders and expressed confidence in his potential, saying he should be “picked IMMEDIATELY by a team that wants to WIN.”

With the 2027 NFL draft on the horizon, Washington D.C. is already buzzing with anticipation and excitement about this significant event.