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NIL Money Is Changing the NFL Draft With Fewer Young Prospects

Just 63 underclassmen declared for 2026, a record low, as top prospects stay in college for million-dollar deals. The result: an older, more experienced draft class. Front offices lean toward proven, battle-tested talent while navigating a thinner pool of raw prospects. The “stay-in-school” trend is quickly redefining roster-building strategies. The 2026 Draft will be held in Pittsburgh from April 23.