One of the best NFL draft traditions takes place on the second night of the festivities.
While NFL commissioner Roger Goodell announces most picks in the first round on Day 1, the second and third rounds on Day 2 feature cameos from both current and former players to reveal the selections. Now we know which players will be in attendance, as ESPN’s Adam Schefter posted the full list.
Among the notable names are Calvin Johnson (Lions), Pat McAfee (Colts), Tavon Austin (Rams), Jerome Bettis (Steelers), Joey Porter Jr. and Sr. (Steelers) and Jeffery Simmons (Titans). Here are all the players who will be announcing picks in Rounds 2 and 3.
The NFL players who will announce the selections at the 2026 NFL Draft: pic.twitter.com/ETxHro3RNy
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) April 16, 2026
In addition to having their professional football dreams come true, this year’s prospects will have the added thrill of being introduced by some of the best players in the NFL’s present and past.
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