7:25 pm CT April 26, 2025
Packers draft picks 2025
Christopher Kuhagen
Here are the Green Bay Packers’ eight draft picks in 2025:
- Round 1 (23rd overall): Matthew Golden, wide receiver, Texas
- Round 2 (54th overall): Anthony Belton, offensive tackle, NC State
- Round 3 (87th overall): Savion Williams, wide receiver, TCU
- Round 4 (124th overall): Barryn Soller, edge rusher, Texas
- Round 5 (159th overall): Collin Oliver, edge rusher, Oklahoma State
- Round 6 (198th overall): Warren Brinson, defensive tackle, Georgia
- Round 7 (237th overall): Micah Robinson, cornerback, Tulane
- Round 7 (250th overall): John Williams, offensive tackle, Cincinnati
7:07 pm CT April 26, 2025
Draft City Music Fest gives a glimpse into Leicht Memorial Park’s future
Jesse Lin
As part of the city’s closing lineup of Draft City Music Fest, Rebelmatic rocked on stage to a small, but engaged crowd at Leicht Memorial Park.
Kids played a distance away, some taking photos with a newly-installed photo-op sculpture. Lawn chairs and picnic blankets were laid on the grass. The smells from food trucks wafted through the spring air.
It’s a scene that Green Bay hopes to continue at what’s historically been an underutilized park. The City Council in January approved a facelift for Leicht Memorial Park to keep it a bustling attraction with an entertainment pavilion, steps allowing access to the Fox River, and an amphitheater for performances.
Groundbreaking on the changes to the park will occur after the NFL Draft is over.
6:56 pm CT April 26, 2025
Soccer fans weigh in on the 2025 NFL draft
Ariel Perez
Alejandro Perez, a Green Bay Packers and Real Madrid fan, joined his friend Tito Roque at Casuals pub on April 26, 2025, to watch the Copa del Rey final after attending the NFL Draft. Perez praised the draft’s organization, calling it a great experience for fans and the community.
“They had everything covered down there,” he said. “I even noticed they had mother and baby stations.”
Perez attended the draft to collect autographs from Lukas Van Ness and Karl Brooks before heading to the pub for the soccer final.
“We wanted to watch this game really bad,” he said. “But we were there (at the draft) all three days.”
Zachary Michael Austin, a Chicago native now living in Green Bay, is a Chicago Bears and FC Barcelona fan. He said the friendly atmosphere at the draft made the experience enjoyable.
“I’m sure if this were done in Chicago, it would be totally different,” he said. “There would be a lot of elbowing and exclusivity.”
Austin expressed enthusiasm for hosting more sports events like the draft in Green Bay, citing the city’s strong fan culture.
“It’s a very blue-collar town, but when we are able to do things we do our best to show up,” he said.
6:41 pm CT April 26, 2025
Leroy Butler, Mark Murphy, pass torch on the NFL Draft to Pittsburgh
Rashad Alexander
“They are the best fans in all of professional sports,” said Mark Murphy, CEO of the Green Bay Packers, when he took the stage to close out the 2025 NFL Draft. Packer great and Hall of Famer Leroy Butler joined Murphy on stage and handed off next year’s draft to Dan Rooney, director of business development and strategy for the Pittsburgh Steelers.Murphy will retire from his position in July, the same month he turns 70, reaching the mandatory retirement age. Fans cheered “Thank you, Mark” as he spoke on stage.Murphy also acknowledged drafting Matthew Golden in the first round, who was the first wide receiver taken by the Packers in the first round in 23 years.“Having Golden come to the green and gold is pretty good,” Murphy said.One of the on-stage hosts of the NFL Draft referred to Green Bay draft as a “tough act to follow.”
6:31 pm CT April 26, 2025
600,000 people attended the 2025 NFL Draft
Rashad Alexander
The 2025 NFL Draft in Green Bay amassed 600,000 people in attendance throughout the three-day event, making it the second most-attended draft ever.
The total was announced prior to Brad Paisley’s performance at the Draft Stage. After some 205,000 fans were part of the first day on April 24 in and around Lambeau Field, another 175,000 were in attendance for day 2.
6:08 pm CT April 26, 2025
Green Bay father, daughter surprised with Super Bowl LX tickets after Packers final pick
Rashad Alexander
On the final day of the 2025 NFL Draft, multiple families were treated with tickets to Super Bowl LX, which is scheduled to be played in Santa Clara next year.
A local daughter and father were the latest to get tickets.
Wayne and Kennedy were on the draft stage following the Green Bay Packers final pick of the 2025 NFL Draft, Cincinnati offensive lineman John Williams. The host of the Draft Experience said Kennedy is a huge Jordan Love fan, and the two were asked who they think would be in next year’s Super Bowl.
Wayne said it would be the Packers. Afterwards, the two were surprised with tickets to Super Bowl LX.
“I don’t know what to say right now except, go Pack go!” Wayne said.
Prior the Wayne and Kennedy receiving the tickets, a couple from central Wisconsin got a pair of tickets to Super Bowl LX.
5:53 pm CT April 26, 2025
Friends in cow suits make an impression at the draft
Richard Ryman
Friends Jay Blodgett, Justin Briggs and Josh Sperber, all of Eau Claire and Jake Hakes of Green Bay finished off the 2025NFL Draft in Wisconsin style.
The friends attended all three days of the draft at Lambeau Field, but only wore their cow clothes on Saturday, April 26, the final day of the draft. “We posed for a lot of pictures. Way more than expected,” Blodgett said.
5:36 pm CT April 26, 2025
Downtown Green Bay’s own closing music event has officially begun
Jesse Lin
Draft City Music Fest, the city of Green Bay’s own music event to close out the NFL Draft, has officially started and will go until midnight.
The closing acts at Leicht Memorial Park, 128 Dousman St., will feature the following artists:
- 5 p.m.: Hang Ten, an indie pop band from Appleton, WI
- 6 p.m.: Rebelmatic, a New York City band blending punk, funk, and hip hop
- 7 p.m.: J Roddy Walston, a Tennessee guitarist
- 8:30 p.m.: GZA, founding member of the Wu-Tang Clan
- 10 p.m. Less Than Jake, a ska punk band from Gainesville, FL
4:56 pm CT April 26, 2025
Matthew Golden’s mom has words of encouragement for her son
Jesse Lin
First-round Packers pick Matthew Golden was all cried out, which is why he didn’t shed tears when watching a sentimental recorded message from his mom, said the first-round Packers pick in a video posted by the NFL.
Golden’s mom reminded her son of what got him this far: his tenacity and his eagerness for the sport.
“Keep being Matthew Golden. Your last name is Golden for a reason,” she said.
4:43 pm CT April 26, 2025
Barryn Sorrell waited an extra day in Green Bay, and the Packers made his draft dreams come true
Ryan Wood
Barryn Sorrell had a decision to make when he woke up Saturday morning in Green Bay, where he’d wait to hear his name called since Wednesday.
The edge rusher from Texas watched Thursday’s first round of the NFL draft back at his hotel, where he saw the Green Bay Packers draft college teammate Matthew Golden with the 23rd overall pick. He sat in the Resch Complex green room Friday, hoping he might know his new NFL home by the end of the third round. When the night ended without a phone call, Sorrell considered returning home instead of extending his stay.
A draft slide can be tortuous. Sorrell knew he’d be the only prospect in the green room Saturday anyway. But he’s a pass rusher, and pass rushers never retreat. They’re always advancing, pushing on, persevering through whatever obstacles are in their path.
“I’m just so blessed and thankful that I made the decision to come back,” Sorrell said. “Because it couldn’t have turned out better.”
4:36 pm CT April 26, 2025
Miss Uncle Mike’s kringles? Austin Straubel airport will have samples for those flying
Jesse Lin
For those who missed or couldn’t get enough of Wisconsin’s flaky, buttery dessert from Uncle Mike’s Bake Shoppe, they’ll get one more taste when flying home through Austin Straubel International Airport.
From Saturday, April 26 to Tuesday, April 29, there will be kringle samples from the famous local bake shop in the airport’s Grand Lobby, according to a post on the airport’s official X account.
The new French toast flavor was named the best out of five exclusive celebrity-created kringle flavors during an April 25 contest in downtown Green Bay.
Other Wisconsin foods available for purchase at the airport include cases of Spotted Cow and cheese curds.
4:17 pm CT April 26, 2025
Fans wear Packers-inspired Lil Wayne apparel, available at the draft
Rashad Alexander
Prior to his appearance during the first round of the 2025 NFL Draft, rapper and Green Bay Packers fan, Lil Wayne, released a Packers-inspired apparel collection April 23. The collection is available for purchase at the draft.
Two fans, Brandon Meyer and Angel Melton, bought the apparel at the draft. Meyer is a Lil Wayne fan and wished he performed a song when he made an appearance in Green Bay.
Wayne’s merchandise includes a version of the Packers logo. The design is also inspired by Wayne’s upcoming album, “Tha Carter VI,” which releases June 6.
3:55 pm CT April 26, 2025
See a time-lapse of fans at the NFL Draft grounds
Jeff Bollier
Check this view of the crowds at the final day of the 2025 NFL Draft.
3:49 pm CT April 26, 2025
Puppy love temporarily steals the show at the draft
Kendra Meinert
The final day of the 2025 NFL Draft temporarily turned into a dog show.
Nothing stops people in their tracks and draws a crowd like Adopt A Pup on the big screen with the Wisconsin Humane Society. It was a parade of cuties looking to get picked on the Draft Theater stage.
The soundtrack? “Who Let the Dogs Out,” of course.
3:39 pm CT April 26, 2025
Badger State Brewing hosts vendors from Wisconsin during the NFL draft
Ariel Perez
Badger State Brewing opened its production facility to host local vendors during the three-day NFL Draft.
Jennifer Radloff, events and entertainment director, said the brewery partnered with over 15 Wisconsin businesses to showcase their products.
“You can come and try cocktails, bourbon and sample other beers,” Radloff said.
The brewery also transformed its pilot room into a small dive bar for customers to enjoy drinks.
“It’s been a busy first two days, today not so much,” Radloff said of the final day of the NFL Draft on April 26. “But it’s still early.”
Radloff expects an influx of visitors before and after Brad Paisley’s concert following the conclusion of the seventh and final round of the draft.
3:33 pm CT April 26, 2025
Girls from Oneida Nation High School present draft pick
Rashad Alexander
As the NFL Draft works to highlight flag football, local players were given the chance to announce a draft pick.
Girl flag football players from Oneida Nation High School came on stage to present the Baltimore Ravens 186th pick, kicker Tyler Loop out of Arizona. The opportunity to announce the pick arose thanks to Green Bay Packers quarterback Jordan Love, and his partnership with Toyota.
3:20 pm CT April 26, 2025
What time is the Brad Paisley concert at the NFL draft?
Christopher Kuhagen
The football draft stage becomes Brad Paisley’s stage Saturday night.
At the conclusion of the NFL draft, the country singer will take the stage for a concert to wrap up the weeklong festivities in Green Bay.
The concert, which is free to attend, is expected to begin at approximately 6 p.m. at the NFL Draft Theater near Lambeau Field.
3:00 pm CT April 26, 2025
Draft Experience features polka dance party
Rashad Alexander
The New Generation Polka Band assisted with teaching the NFL draft crowd how to polka.
Dance members came on stage to give the audience a quick lesson on how to do the dance. Afterwards, the band performed a rendition of “Walking on Sunshine” by Katrina and The Waves.
Fans in the audience were also dancing along as the party took place on stage.
2:51 pm CT April 26, 2025
Long lines for final player autograph opportunities
Hope Karnopp
Around 300 people are standing in line waiting for player autographs. Karl Brooks and Lukas Van Ness are currently at the autograph table, with Josh Jacobs set to appear at 3 p.m.
More people seem to be out in the sun enjoying activities on the west side of the stadium, near Titletown, as the final rounds of picks finish up in the theater.
2:30 pm CT April 26, 2025
Packers fifth-round pick Collin Oliver, linebacker from Oklahoma State
Christopher Kuhagen
The Green Bay Packers selected Oklahoma State linebacker Collin Oliver in the fifth round with the 159th pick in the NFL Draft.
2:03 pm CT April 26, 2025
Jordy Nelson attended the Green Bay Distillery watch party on April 24
Ariel Perez
The Green Bay Distillery hosted a private watch party April 24 for the Green Bay Packers’ first-round NFL Draft pick in its banquet hall, attracting several hundred attendees, including former Packers wide receiver Jordy Nelson.
“Jordy Nelson showed up and we had about 300 people watching the draft,” said Cassie Bone, manager of the distillery and restaurant.
Despite the event’s success, Bone noted that April 24 was not the week’s busiest day. The restaurant saw higher traffic April 25, which Bone attributed to inclement weather.
“Yesterday it was ‘crazy busy’ all day,” Bone said. “I think because of the rain and the cold, everyone wanted to be inside.”
On April 26, the distillery is experiencing typical business levels, with Bone suggesting the pleasant weather drew patrons outdoors.
“It’s so nice out, I think people want to enjoy the day out,” Bone said. “Maybe late at night it will get busy again.”
1:34 pm CT April 26, 2025
Another marriage proposal at the 2025 NFL Draft. This time, on Lambeau Field
Rashad Alexander
Another couple have gotten engaged at the 2025 NFL Draft. The proposal took place on Lambeau Field, as fans were kicking field goals.
A security guard helped the couple, Alex Zagorski and Abby Gustafson, to the field. Right before the new fiancée kicked the field goal, Zagorski stayed on his knee and proposed. She said yes.
1:11 pm CT April 26, 2025
Special NFL Build-A-Bear lets kids build their own draft picks
Nadia Scharf
It’s a lucky draft day for Avery Parks and her brother, Owen: they’re getting their own Packers Build-A-Bears.
The stall, in Titletown, has bear-sized jerseys for every team (the Packers jerseys are just about sold out) and some teams’ mascots. Kids pick out a bear or bunny and have the “heart ceremony,” where they add a plush heart to give their new stuffed pet love, and some extra special football skills.
“Shake (the heart) by your muscles, so they can catch a touchdown. Shake it by your side, so they’ll stay by your side,” employee Morgan said. “Shake it by your hair so it doesn’t get helmet hair, shake it by your tummy so it likes stadium snacks.”
The Parks family has been at Lambeau since the bike parade this morning, mom Anna said. Getting a Build-A-Bear is their final stop for the day.
12:58 pm CT April 26, 2025
Police say draft is “no drone zone”
Vivian Barrett
The NFL draft was designated a “no drone zone” by the Federal Aviation Administration, according to the Green Bay Police Department.
A temporary flight restriction is in place during the draft on April 26. The only drones permitted in the area are those operated by law enforcement or with explicit FAA approval.
The NFL asked the public to please leave personal drones at home, the police department said. Unauthorized drone activity will be reported to law enforcement.
12:53 pm CT April 26, 2025
Packers running back Emanuel Wilson signs autographs for fans
Rashad Alexander
Emanuel Wilson, a running back for the Packers, is signing autographs at the Draft Experience. He will be signing for fans until 2 p.m. on April 26.
Wilson signed with the Packers in 2023. Earlier in the day, former Packers safety Nick Collins was signing autographs.
The NFL OnePass app says the following Packers will make appearances throughout the day for autographs:
- Karl Brooks and Lukas Van Ness from 2-3:30 p.m.
- Josh Jacobs from 3-4:30 p.m.
12:44 pm CT April 26, 2025
Madden Youth NFL Champion crowned at Lambeau Field
Jeff Bollier
While future NFLers heard their names called from the Draft Theater stage, Joey Diiorio was taking home a championship inside Lambeau Field.
Diiorio, a high school senior from New Hampshire, on April 26 won the Madden NFL Youth Championship, defeating Chaz McCray, a freshman from Atlanta, in an intense, best-of-three showdown. McCray, playing as the Kansas City Chiefs, kept the final match close with a late, blocked field goal. But Diiorio, playing as the Baltimore Ravens, was able to keep McCray out of the end zone to win 19-13 and take home the trophy.
The event, organized by the NFL and PlayVS, Included visits from Packers CEO Mark Murphy and Packers tackle Rasheed Walker.
PlayVS also brought kids from local Big Brothers Big Sisters chapters and Special Olympics Wisconsin to play a few games of their own.
12:38 pm CT April 26, 2025
Packers’ fourth round pick Barryn Sorrell hypes up crowd
Hope Karnopp
The Green Bay Packers’ fourth round pick, University of Texas edge rusher Barryn Sorrell, was waiting in the wings when Goodell announced his name.
Sorrell walked through the tunnel, pounding his hands in gratitude on the wooden “G” logo crafted by Milwaukee artist Ike Wynter.
Giving high fives along the way, Sorrell walked to the platform in the middle of a crowd for a brief interview with the announcers.
“I can feel the energy already,” he said, leading fans in an enthusiastic “Go Pack Go” cheer. “We’re going to do some great things here.”
12:23 pm CT April 26, 2025
Don’t want to drive to the draft? Take the bus
Ariel Perez
Fans can enjoy a free, convenient shuttle ride from downtown Green Bay to Lambeau Field for the NFL draft.
The trip takes approximately 30 minutes, including a 16-minute ride from the bus stop at 128 S. Broadway and a roughly 10-minute wait for the shuttle, depending on passenger volume.
The shuttle makes seven stops, starting at the Transit Center on University Avenue and ending at St. Agnes and Ridge roads.
12:13 pm CT April 26, 2025
Packers fan to announce 226th draft pick in honor of Pat Tillman
Kendra Meinert
A lifelong Green Bay Packers fan with two therapy dogs and 7 million followers on TikTok will get his moment on the Draft Theater stage today.
Kevin Bubolz, who is originally from Stratford, will announce the 226th pick in the seventh round. The pick number is significant, because it’s the same pick Pat Tillman was selected with by the Arizona Cardinals in 1998.
Bubolz, an Army veteran, was chosen through the Pat Tillman Foundation’s partnership with the NFL. He’s a 2020 Tillman Scholar who earned his degree at the University of Minnesota with support from the foundation.
He’s known on social media for his popular @EllieGoldenLife account that features his two therapy dogs, golden retrievers Ellie and Emma, as they visit military troops, children’s hospitals and charity events.
Tillman left his career with the Cardinals to enlist in the U.S. Army after 9/11 and was killed during a tour of duty in Afghanistan in 2004.
12:00 pm CT April 26, 2025
Lifetime Packers fan gets to kick a Lambeau field goal
Nadia Scharf
When Madeline Mleziva was three months old, mom Beth set her in front of LeRoy Butler on the autograph table.
“She was wearing a Packers onesie, and he signed her belly,” Beth Mleziva remembered, grinning. “LeRoy just died laughing.”
Today, Madeline is 26, and she’s back in town from Chicago for the draft. A Packers fan her whole life, she, her dad and her brother got the chance to kick a field goal at Lambeau on Saturday. Just stepping foot on the field was incredible, she said.
“It’s probably the only time we’ll ever do it,” Madeline said. “Absolutely a bucket list, lifetime experience.”
11:40 am CT April 26, 2025
Draft Theater is slowly filling up
Nadia Scharf
Fifteen minutes into draft picks starting on April 26, the lot in front of the Daft Theater stage was already a quarter full, with hundreds more filling the sidewalk on their way over.
Fans cheered as the announcer told the crowd how many people had watched the draft on TV: over 13 million.
11:27 am CT April 26, 2025
Former Packers safety Nick Collins at the autograph stage
Rashad Alexander
Former Green Bay Packers Safety Nick Collins has returned to Titletown for the draft. Collins is at the autograph stage inside the Draft Experience, and will be there until 12:30.
Collins played all seven of his NFL seasons with the Packers and was part of the Super Bowl XLV winning team. He was inducted into the Packers Hall of Fame in 2016.
11:20 am CT April 26, 2025
Waukesha native Chimere Dike is the Titans’ first pick of Day 3
Hope Karnopp
For their first pick of the fourth round, the Tennessee Titans selected former Wisconsin Badger Chimere Dike. Packers fans cheered the selection of the Waukesha native.
It was an apt pick — moments earlier, the University of Wisconsin-Madison played favorites like “On, Wisconsin!” and “If You Want To Be A Badger.”
11:08 am CT April 26, 2025
Fans get a chance to enter premium area in theater
Hope Karnopp
Before NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell kicks off the third day of the draft, fans gathered near the theater were told by staff they could enter the area closest to the stage.
About two hundred fans lined up to get wristbands for entry to the theater. An overfill line was told they will act as seat fillers when someone gets up to go to the bathroom.
On nights one and two, that area was reserved for ticketed fans.
The University of Wisconsin-Madison marching band is lined up near the stage, expected to perform around 11 a.m.
10:57 am CT April 26, 2025
For Petal Pusher, creating flower arrangements for ESPN’s draft broadcast was a special delivery
Kendra Meinert
The green and gold flower arrangements that have been getting a lot of national TV time as part of the ESPN’s set at the NFL draft are the work of Green Bay floral boutique Petal Pusher.
Nichole Campbell, owner of the Broadway District business, received a call from ESPN ahead of the draft requesting flowers to dress up the front of its broadcast desk outside Lambeau Field.
“Green and gold, of course,” she said. “They sent me a couple of photos from years’ past and some approximate dimensions and left the rest up to me.”
She tried to convince them that a Cheesehead filled with flowers would be the ultimate “only in Green Bay” touch, but they decided against it.
Campbell made the delivery to Lambeau herself, with the flowers then getting a ride down Lombardi Avenue in a golf cart to their destination.
10:50 am CT April 26, 2025
Saturday Farmers Market is back, but with a draft twist
Benita Mathew
Green Bay’s tradition of the Saturday Farmers Market on South Washington Street was back April 26 during draft week. The special draft edition had vendors from all over Wisconsin selling produce, cheese, fresh meats and other goods.
Some shops had special Packers-designed goods and the Packers Pro Shop had a trailer set up at the market. The market was busy in the morning, with many groups catching up and asking what others thought of the Packers’ picks Thursday and Friday nights.
The market is open until 11 a.m.
10:39 am CT April 26, 2025
Brisk but sunny weather for final day of draft
Hope Karnopp
The Draft Experience area is buzzing with far more people than rainy day two. There are long lines for activities like football tosses and getting a glimpse of the Lombardi Trophy.
Sunny weather is expected for most of the day, with a high reaching 55 degrees by the afternoon. As of 10:15 a.m., the temperature is 47 with chilly wind gusts.
10:27 am CT April 26, 2025
Will the draft ever come back to Green Bay? City’s impact strong
Nadia Scharf
As the draft rolls into its last day, some people have been wondering whether Green Bay will see the draft again. For now, Jon Barker, the NFL senior vice president, wouldn’t say for sure.
“Let’s get through today,” Barker said, laughing. “On Monday, we’ll have that conversation.”
Right now, Barker said, the NFL brings the draft to cities that “may not be in the Super Bowl conversation.”
“The ability to bring an event of this size and this magnitude to those markets is really important to us,” Barker said.
Still, some things about Green Bay’s draft have stuck with league executives. Specifically, this morning’s bike parade, which riffs on a Packers training camp tradition. They’re already considering what kid-friendly events they could take to the 2026 draft in Pittsburgh next year.
“The idea of doing something Saturday morning with the community and the kids, it really struck home,” Barker said. “What we saw this morning with those kids coming out and riding those bikes was really special.”
10:18 am CT April 26, 2025
Draft day 2 calmer than normal weekend, sheriff says
Nadia Scharf
(This post was updated because an earlier version included an inaccuracy.)
Despite the over 150,000 draft attendees on day 2, it was a calmer weekend than normal for the Brown County Sheriff’s Office, Sheriff Todd Delain said.
“Thanks to everyone for the last two days,” Delain said. “We have one more day, just be responsible, get here early and have fun.”
There was one citation for a low-level offense, but no arrests, Green Bay Police Chief Chris Davis said. There was one major car accident downtown, but it was unrelated to the draft. Traffic overall has been better than expected, Davis said.
Davis did warn people not to fly drones overhead — violating the temporary flight restrictions may lead to federal consequences.
The Green Bay Metro Fire Department took five people to the hospital on day two, Chief Matthew Knott said. He reminded people on day three to prepare for the sun and sit when needed.
The city and the NFL are urging people to get here early if they’re planning to attend the concert tonight. They’re anticipating a large crowd, and some people will end up sitting in Lambeau.
“Come early, enjoy it, take in the sights,” Delain said. “It’s going to be absolutely wonderful.”
9:59 am CT April 26, 2025
Preston Hopkins gets first place in the Draft Day 5K
Benita Mathew
Preston Hopkins of Boulder, Colorado won first place at the Draft Day 5K in 18 minutes and 20 seconds.
In true Green Bay fashion, Hopkins and the other top three finishers for the race receive a kringle from Uncle Mike’s Bake Shoppe. All the racers get a complimentary Draft Day Beer from Stillmank Brewing Company and a tailgate party at Hagemeister Park.
About 900 people registered for the event before it was sold out, said organizer Allie Thut.
“Our downtown is really beautiful and we really wanted to activate for our locals and runners,” Thut said.
9:40 am CT April 26, 2025
Draft Day 5K kicks off
Benita Mathew
The Draft Day 5K kicked off Saturday morning at the CityDeck to chants of “Go Pack Go.” Runners and walkers race down the Fox River Trail.
9:23 am CT April 26, 2025
NFL Draft Experience opens for final day in Green Bay
Jeff Bollier
The NFL Draft’s third and final day is underway at Lambeau Field.
Hundreds of fans lined up at the entry gate on South Ridge Road by 9 a.m. on April 26 when the Draft Experience opened for its final day.
The NFL estimates 380,000 have already attended the draft in Green Bay.
The sun is out and temperatures are expected to approach 60, though a cool breeze may not make it feel that warm.
9:04 am CT April 26, 2025
Bike parade draws crowd before draft opens for the day
Nadia Scharf
At 8 a.m., bike after bike soars by bright and early on the last morning of the draft. It’s the kids’ bike parade, a tradition usually reserved for Packers training camp, a tradition which dates back to 1958.
Packers CEO Mark Murphy, NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell and Packers alumni Nick Barnett, Tramon Williams and Nick Collins joined the kids for the ride.
Hundreds of kids are spending their morning at Lambeau. There are definitely more kids here now than at training camp, staff said. And with the sun shining, it’s a great way to start the day.
“The kids are just so happy,” one employee said. “It’s so exciting.”
Bridget Opgenorth’s two kids, Vance and Neve, biked the parade before their day in Titletown. They bike at training camp every year, and Opgenorth’s husband, Steve, has been biking since he was a kid.
Neve, 5, said she liked it, “but it’s too cold,” she said from under her gold Packers helmet. “I gotta get in the sun!”
Now, as the draft gets ready to open, it’s time for the Opgenorths to grab breakfast.
8:41 am CT April 26, 2025
Dan Patrick receives NCAA medallion from UW-Stevens Point coach at NFL Draft taping
Rashad Alexander
Sports personality Dan Patrick received an award for reaching the NCAA Tournament. He didn’t log in a single minute this season, but his connection with a women’s basketball coach in Wisconsin earned him the medallion.
Matt Hockett, the head coach of the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point women’s basketball team, made a special connection on “The Dan Patrick Show” and got to talk with Patrick and his Danettes during the show’s run this week at The Bar in Ashwaubenon.
8:35 am CT April 26, 2025
Looking for parking? Here is what we learned
Jeff Bollier, Ariel Perez, Benita Mathew and Scott Venci
The family-heavy crowd expected at Lambeau Field for the NFL Draft’s final day will find ample parking at much cheaper prices than the $75 to $200 property owners originally sought.
Visitors to the NFL draft can find parking for $25 to $100 just a short walk from Lambeau Field, a boon for fans but a disappointment for property owners hoping to earn more from the event. With many arriving by buses and shuttles, by 7 p.m. April 24, homes south of Lambeau Field on Morris Avenue and north on South Ridge Road were charging as little as $25 for parking.
On April 25, prices dropped to $20-$30 along Morris Avenue east of Holmgren Way. A few property owners lowered prices from $100 or $150 to the $40 to $50 range south of the Titletown District and within eyesight of an NFL Draft entrance on South Ridge Road.
But even homes that had drastically lowered their asking price down to $50, right around the price for Packers home games, still couldn’t get the few vehicles driving through the neighborhoods near Lambeau to pull in.
8:33 am CT April 26, 2025
What’s the weather forecast? Sunny, warmer
Rashad Alexander
After a cool first day and a rainy second day, fans can expect a warm conclusion to the 2025 NFL Draft in Green Bay. The National Weather Service Green Bay forecast shows a sunny day with no precipitation on April 26.
Scott Berschback, a meteorologist with the National Weather Service Green Bay, said the morning will start off with wind chills in the 30s. By the afternoon, temperatures can be as high as 55.
“It will get into the low to mid 50s in the afternoon hours. It will be least 10 degrees warmer than it was (Friday),” Berschback told the Press-Gazette. Wind gusts are forecast to be high as 22 miles per hour during the early afternoon.
The temperature is projected to be 53 degrees with a 6 mph wind at 6 p.m., when country singer Brad Paisley is expected to take the stage at the Draft Theater near Lambeau Field for a free concert following the conclusion of the draft.
8:27 am CT April 26, 2025
Green Bay road closures for 2025 NFL Draft
Christopher Clough
The final set of road closures around Lambeau Field and the Titletown District for the 2025 NFL Draft have gone into effect.
The closed roads are:
- South Oneida Street from Lombardi Avenue to Morris Avenue
- Armed Forces Drive from South Oneida Street to Holmgren Way
- Lombardi Avenue from South Military Avenue to Holmgren Way
- South Ridge Road from Lombardi Avenue to Morris Avenue
- Holmgren Way (from Lombardi Avenue to Mike McCarthy Way
- Mike McCarthy Way from South Oneida Street to Holmgren Way
- Brett Favre Pass/Tony Canadeo Run from Holmgren Way to Badger State Brewing
The closures are in effect until April 27.
8:25 am CT April 26, 2025
Looking for 2025 NFL Draft activities? Here’s what’s happening Saturday in Green Bay
Vivian Barrett
The 2025 NFL Draft is almost over and Green Bay is sending it off with a bang.
The NFL Draft Experience will be open on the draft campus from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., transforming the area around Lambeau Field and Titletown into the ultimate fan festival. Take on high jump and 40-yard dash challenges, meet NFL stars and legends, dive into Wisconsin’s culinary scene at local food trucks and view all 58 Super Bowl rings.
Here’s a look at what’s happening Saturday, April 26, in and around Green Bay for the NFL draft.
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Security, bag policy at the 2025 NFL Draft
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Local public safety agencies expect to spend more than $2 million to keep the community safe during the NFL draft. Between the Green Bay Police Department, Green Bay Metro Fire Department, Ashwaubenon Public Safety Department and Brown County Sheriff’s Office, the bulk of the expenses will be from the increased police presence at the draft and throughout the county.
Fans will go through airport-level security to enter the draft campus and the NFL’s clear bag policy will be in place. Umbrellas, alcohol, footballs and noisemakers are among the prohibited items.
8:23 am CT April 26, 2025
Green Bay transportation
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A special bus route, local shuttle program and ride-sharing services will be available to help residents and attendees get around the city and to the draft campus.
- Green Bay Metro Transit: Buses will run from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. April 26 on a special route, Downtown to Titletown, connecting downtown Green Bay and Lambeau Field. The buses are free and riders can get on at any of the stops.
- SafeRide shuttles: The Brown County Tavern League will run 40 shuttles during the draft, providing free rides from Lambeau Field or any participating establishment to any house, rental home or hotel in Brown County. To secure a ride from a bar or restaurant, ask your server or bartender about the SafeRide program. Shuttles will also be available at the draft on Tony Canadeo Run, across from Badger State Brewing.
- Shuttles: Large, non-passenger vehicles will have two areas for drop-off and pick-up. On the east side of the draft campus, the drop-off and pick-up location is on Bart Starr Drive, entering off of Lombardi Avenue. On the west side of the campus, the location is on Lombardi Access Road, west of Marlee Lane.
- Ride-sharing services: Uber, Lyft and other ride-sharing services will be available during the draft and will have specific pick-up and drop-off locations — on Reggie White Way on the east side of the draft campus and along St. Agnes Drive north of Lombardi Avenue. Pick-up and drop-off locations will also be noted in the Uber and Lyft apps and can also be found on the OnePass app.
8:21 am CT April 26, 2025
2025 NFL Draft map
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Here’s the NFL’s detailed map of the draft area, which you can download below:
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2025 NFL Draft registration, tickets, sign-up
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The 2025 NFL Draft is free to attend and open to the public. To get inside, you will need to register through the NFL OnePass app or on the NFL website.
Registration only allows you entry to the NFL draft campus, though access may be denied if the space reaches capacity.
You must buy separate tickets to seating in the actual Draft Theater. All-round, first-round and elite packages are sold out through the NFL’s official partner, On Location, so be wary of potential ticket scams.
More on NFL OnePass: What to know about the app, how to use it
8:19 am CT April 26, 2025
Where is the 2025 NFL Draft?
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The 2025 NFL Draft is in Green Bay, spanning from Lambeau Field to the Titletown district. The NFL Draft Theater, the stage where the picks are announced, is located between Lambeau Field and the Resch Expo, and the free, fan-focused NFL Draft Experience will be at Lambeau Field and its parking lots, as well as the Titletown district.
Downtown Green Bay is joining the excitement with events and activities throughout the event.
Here’s a running list of events in the area.
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When is the 2025 NFL Draft?
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The 2025 NFL Draft wraps up April 26 with this schedule for the remaining rounds:
- April 26: Rounds 4-7, begins at 11 a.m.
The NFL Draft Experience will be open at the following times:
The Draft Theater will be open at the following times:
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Downtown Green Bay road closures set for April 26
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(This post was updated because an earlier version included an inaccuracy.)
Some downtown Green Bay streets and a bridge will be closed April 26 for downtown draft events.
From 5 a.m. to 1 p.m.. South Washington Street from West Walnut to Doty streets will be closed for the Saturday Farmers Market-Draft Edition.
From 2 p.m. to midnight the Ray Nitschke Memorial Bridge, which connects Dousman and Main streets, will be closed for the Draft City Music Fest.
The events are part of the Downtown Green Bay’s Touchdown Downtown events for the 2025 NFL Draft.
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