When is the 2023 NFL Draft?

NY Jets, 2023 NFL Draft
NY Jets, 2023 NFL Draft | Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports

The 2023 NFL Draft is quickly approaching, and the NY Jets and 31 other NFL teams are preparing for a three-night event that has the chance to completely change the landscape of the organization.

Just look at the Jets' 2022 NFL Draft class for proof of that. The Jets added numerous franchise cornerstones in last year's draft, including both Rookie of the Year award winners — Garrett Wilson and Sauce Gardner.

Throw in potential Offensive Rookie of the Year prior to his injury, Breece Hall, and contributors like Jermaine Johnson, Max Mitchell, and Micheal Clemons, and the Jets' 2022 class entirely altered the future of the organization.

While expecting that level of success with this year's class is probably a bit optimistic, the Jets can still make considerable progress in the 2023 NFL Draft.

Fans will be glued to their seats in anticipation of this year's draft. Twitter feeds will be refreshed, draft rumors will be digested, and TVs will be turned on for this highly-anticipated NFL event.

But when is the 2023 NFL Draft? How can you watch it? And where is it taking place?

When is the 2023 NFL Draft?

  • Round 1: Thursday, April 27, 8 pm ET
  • Rounds 2-3: Friday, April 28, 7 pm ET
  • Rounds 4-7: Saturday, April 29, 12 pm ET

The 2023 NFL Draft will kick off this Thursday at 8 pm ET. The first day of the draft consists of just the first round, where 31 total picks will be made (the Miami Dolphins were forced to forfeit their first-round pick).

Day 2 of the draft will take place on Friday, starting a 7 pm ET. The second day of the draft consists of both the second and third rounds. The Jets are currently slated to make two picks in the second round, although that could change as a result of the Aaron Rodgers trade.

The third and final day of the draft takes place next Saturday, starting at noon ET. Day 3 consists of the fourth, fifth, sixth, and seventh rounds of the draft, and generally takes longer than the first two days.

Where can I watch the 2023 NFL Draft?

The 2023 NFL Draft will be broadcast on three major television networks, ESPN, ABC, and NFL Network. Each broadcast will offer different analysis and perspective on the selections being made.

If you're looking to stream the NFL Draft, we recommend using FuboTV. You are also able to stream the 2023 NFL Draft with a subscription to ESPN+.

Where will the 2023 NFL Draft take place?

This year, the 2023 NFL Draft will take place in downtown Kansas City, MO, near Union Station and the National World War I Memorial and Museum.

The NFL Draft was broadcast live from Las Vegas, NV last year and will take place in Detroit, MI in 2024.

Schedule