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May 23, 2024 · And on Thursday, key players who helped to bring the Draft to Pittsburgh gathered for a press conference at Acrisure Stadium. Steelers President Art Rooney II was joined by Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro, Allegheny County Executive Sara Innamorato, Pittsburgh Mayor Ed Gainey and VisitPITTSBURGH President & CEO Jerad Bachar to talk about the ...
May 24, 2024 · Steelers president Art Rooney II said the hosting of the 2026 NFL Draft will be celebration of the full Pittsburgh football heritage. Pittsburgh Steelers president Art Rooney II during a press conference to announce the hosting of the 2026 NFL Draft at Acrsiure Stadium on May 24, 2025. -- Alan Saunders / Steelers Now.
May 23, 2024 · Art Rooney II 'couldn't be more excited' for Pittsburgh to host the NFL Draft. Chris Halicke. 5/23/2024 6:45:00 PM. The NFL Draft coming to Pittsburgh is a big deal.
May 23, 2024 · The press conference held by key figures highlighted the excitement surrounding the draft's impact on the local economy. What's Next. Further planning and coordination will continue among stakeholders to ensure a successful and memorable NFL Draft experience in Pittsburgh in 2026. Bottom Line
May 23, 2024 · Gainey, Shapiro, Innamorato and Bachar all made sure to acknowledge's Rooney's role in making Pittsburgh the host of the 2026 NFL Draft. "Without Art Rooney and his family, we wouldn't even be here today," Gainey said. "I think we really need to give him a standing ovation for what he's done to put this city on the map."
May 22, 2024 · Pittsburgh owner Art Rooney II said Detroit and Kansas City helped set a very high bar for hosting one of the NFL’s premier events. He said the Steelers look forward to following that tradition tapping into the roots of pro football in a state that sent the likes of Mike Ditka, Dan Marino and Joe Montana to the NFL.
