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President Trump Confirms Washington, D.C. to Host 2027 NFL Draft on National Mall

The announcement ties the event to ongoing negotiations over a $3.7 billion stadium for the Washington Commanders.

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Overview

  • President Donald Trump, NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell, and Commanders owner Josh Harris confirmed the 2027 NFL Draft will take place on Washington’s National Mall during an Oval Office ceremony.
  • The draft's location is strategically linked to a pending Washington City Council vote on a $3.7 billion stadium deal for the Commanders.
  • NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell anticipates over one million attendees for the draft, emphasizing its significance as a major cultural and economic event.
  • The National Mall was chosen as the venue to increase public visibility and engagement, rather than holding the event at the Commanders’ current stadium.
  • The stadium deal, which still requires council approval, represents a key component of the Commanders’ broader urban development and economic strategy for the city.