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Historic NFL Draft Returns to National Mall in 2027

5/5/2025

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Summary

Trump Celebrates Draft

The 2027 NFL Draft will make a historic return to the National Mall in Washington, D.C., the first time since 1940. President Trump, NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell, and Commanders owner Josh Harris celebrated this thrilling announcement, which coincides with plans for a new stadium at the RFK site, pending approval from the D.C. Council.

Summary

Trump Celebrates Draft

The 2027 NFL Draft will make a historic return to the National Mall in Washington, D.C., the first time since 1940. President Trump, NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell, and Commanders owner Josh Harris celebrated this thrilling announcement, which coincides with plans for a new stadium at the RFK site, pending approval from the D.C. Council.

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Trump Celebrates Draft

The 2027 NFL Draft will make a historic return to the National Mall in Washington, D.C., the first time since 1940. President Trump, NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell, and Commanders owner Josh Harris celebrated this thrilling announcement, which coincides with plans for a new stadium at the RFK site, pending approval from the D.C. Council.

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