NFL draft first round averages 13.6 million viewers on television and digital platforms
- The 2025 NFL Draft first round occurred in Green Bay on April 25, 2025.
- The event generated a massive showing both on-site and across viewing platforms.
- More than 205,000 people attended the first round in Green Bay.
- An average audience of 13.6 million watched Round 1 on TV and digital.
- This audience figure represents the second most-watched first round ever.
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NFL draft first round averages 13.6 million viewers
It was the second-most watched first round on record.

NFL draft first round averages 13.6 million viewers on television and digital platforms
NEW YORK (AP) — The first round Thursday of the NFL draft averaged 13.6 million viewers across television and digital platforms, according to the league and Nielsen. It was the second-most watched first round on record.
2025 NFL Draft Delivers Second Most-Watched Day 1 Ever
The 2025 NFL Draft kicked off in Green Bay with a massive showing both on-site and on screen. Round 1 averaged 13.6 million viewers across TV and digital platforms, an 11% increase compared to last year, making it the second most-watched Day 1 in NFL Draft history. Only the 2020 virtual draft had higher numbers. More than 205,000 fans packed the streets of Green Bay to experience the excitement live, as teams — including the New York Jets — made…
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