The 2026 NFL Draft is underway in Pittsburgh, with officials warning drivers and fans about closures, security zones and event-related disruptions across the city.
The 2026 NFL Draft is underway in Pittsburgh, and the city is dealing with the traffic, transit and security changes that come with hosting the league's biggest offseason event.
PennDOT says several state-owned roadways and ramps in Pittsburgh are closed for draft week and will remain closed during the event unless otherwise noted. The NFL has also said the draft campus uses a multi-modal transportation plan and temporary traffic changes to create a safe, walkable and secure footprint.
Officials have added river restrictions, too. The Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission says a security zone is in effect on parts of the Ohio, Allegheny and Monongahela rivers from 12 a.m. April 23 through 11:59 p.m. April 25.
The city is also leaning into the event with public programming. Pittsburgh says recreation centers are open for remote learning and are hosting draft-related youth events during the week.
With the draft now open, the main questions are how traffic and crowd conditions develop through the day and whether officials announce any further changes as the first round unfolds.
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