NFL expected to award 2028 draft to Minneapolis

The NFL is “expected to award the 2028 draft to Minneapolis” during the owners meetings this week. A formal announcement is “likely to come Tuesday following a vote by owners.” Local organizers led by the Minnesota Sports & Events commission submitted a bid in March for the event. This year’s draft in Pittsburgh drew a record 805,000 fans across the three days. MSE EVP/Business Development & Tourism Matt Meunier in March said that U.S. Bank Stadium would be a “‘foundational piece’ of the draft footprint.” There also is a 4.2-acre park adjoining the stadium, known as The Commons. Weather in...