If the crowd indeed tops seven figures, it will set a record for the event. Two years ago, Detroit drew more than 750,000 people for the draft, Goodell said. Last month, Green Bay attracted more than 600,000 fans.
The Detroit Sports Commission estimated the 2024 draft had an economic impact of $213.6 million on the city. Last month’s first round was watched across TV and digital platforms by 13.6 million people, the second-highest total in history — behind only the 2020.
“The draft has become one of the great entertainment sports events,” Goodell said. “We can have a tremendous impact on this community, and it will not just be an event, it will show the world how far the nation’s capital has come and where it’s going.