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Minneapolis emerges as favorite to host 2028 NFL Draft, sources say

The Vikings and Minnesota Sports and Events say U.S. Bank Stadium would anchor a multi-venue draft weekend, and the NFL may decide both 2028 and 2029 hosts together.

  • The Minnesota Vikings and Minnesota Sports & Events emerged as clear favorites to host the 2028 NFL Draft, according to a Sports Business Journal report Thursday.
  • NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell recently stated the league must allocate draft hosting rights further in advance due to the event's growing size and complexity.
  • Cincinnati has emerged as a potential 2029 candidate, with Sports Business Journal's Ben Fischer reporting the city has the 'inside track' for the event.
  • MNSE chief executive Wendy Blackshaw stated the Minnesota bid relies on corporate funding, with events centered at U.S. Bank Stadium, St. Paul, the Mall of America, and Viking Lakes.
  • NFL owners are expected to vote on future host sites during meetings scheduled for May 19-20 in Orlando, Fla., though league officials emphasize that 'nothing is final' regarding selections.
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