“Can’t Wait”: Pat McAfee Thrilled for Expanded Opportunity in 2024 NFL Draft

The 2024 NFL Draft is knocking on the door! Last year, the NFL Draft took place in Kansas City, Missouri. This year, the Motor City of Detroit will host the event, courtesy of the Detroit Lions. The spotlight will shine on Caleb Williams, the No. 1 pick in the 2024 draft, putting USC head coach Lincoln Riley at the front on draft night. The anticipation for Caleb Williams’ performance is palpable, as he is the No. 1 pick and USC’s 2022 Heisman Trophy winner.

A total of eight offensive and five defensive prospects are expected to be present in the green room. Equally captivating is the return of Pat McAfee to the microphone, a familiar voice that mirrors last year’s setup and brings a sense of nostalgia to the event.

McAfee, known for his vibrant personality and insightful analysis, announced the news via his X account and expressed gratitude for the opportunity. The NFL’s official account confirmed McAfee’s role and solidified his position as a key commentator for this year’s draft day festivities.

McAfee’s caption, “THANK YOU FOR THE OPPORTUNITY. Can’t wait to get to Detroit for this year’s Draft Spectacular,” reflects the NFL and college football analyst’s enthusiasm and readiness to take on the task. With the draft day set to unfold from April 25 to 27, viewers can expect McAfee to provide his unique blend of humor, knowledge, and passion for the game.

Notable absences and draft schedule highlights

While the top draft prospect will be attending the draft event in the Motor City, it’s interesting to note that some prominent left tackle prospects, such as Taliese Fuaga, Olumuyiwa Fashanu, and Joe Alt, as well as University of Michigan’s QB J.J. McCarthy, who has recently been the subject of draft speculation, will not be among those heading to Detroit to await their NFL destiny.

The upcoming draft schedule is as follows: Round 1 will commence on Thursday, April 25, at 8 p.m. Eastern Time, where the most promising players will be selected. The excitement continues on Friday, April 26, at 7 p.m. ET with rounds 2 and 3, where teams can draft players who have proven themselves in the field. Finally, rounds 4 to 7 will bring the draft to a close on Saturday, April 27, at noon ET, with teams making their final selections.

The event will be broadcast on NFL Network, ESPN, and ABC, with streaming available on NFL Plus, ensuring fans worldwide can tune in to witness McAfee’s contributions to the draft coverage. The global accessibility of the event through platforms like YouTube TV, Hulu+ Live TV, Fubo TV, and Sling TV ensures that no fan is left out, making everyone feel included in this exciting event.