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Pittsburgh and the Steelers will be hosting the 2026 NFL draft
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Pittsburgh Steelers owner Arthur Rooney II speaks during news conference at the NFL football owners spring meetings Wednesday, May 22, 2024, in Nashville, Tenn. The league announced that Pittsburgh will host the 2026 NFL Draft. - photo by AP Photo/George Walker IV
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — The NFL has awarded the 2026 draft to Pittsburgh with the Steelers ready to tap Pennsylvania's deep football tradition trying to meet the new standard for host cities. League officials announced the decision Wednesday as part of the NFL spring meetings. Owners chose Pittsburgh after reviewing the bid along with the advisory committee.