NFL Draft 2026: Faster Picks, Bigger Surprises

0:00On April 23rd, the NFL is speeding up the 2026 draft. Starting next year, Round 1 picks get just 8 minutes instead of 10. That 2-minute cut per selection trims more than a full hour off the first round. Fans tuning in for later picks will feel the difference big time. Say you're waiting on the Los Angeles Rams at 13th overall. You'll jump in nearly 30 minutes earlier than before. Rams fans are hyped and guessing hard on the moves. No manager less needs stays flexible, winging it based on his deep scouting know-how and proven late round gyms. Experts are split on the play. Some more in the team might trade up for Notre Dame running back, Jeremiah Love. Others, including Peter Shreger, see them swapping back with the Detroit Lions. Sneeds history says, expect trades and surprises either way. Five nights about to flow faster, so lock in and watch how it shakes out for your squad.