The NFL announced on Monday that the Detroit Lions will host the 2024 NFL draft.
The league announced during its owners meetings in Palm Beach, Florida, that the three-day event will be at Campus Martius, weather permitting. There will also be music events planned for Ford Field and Little Caesars Arena and fireworks for the Detroit River.
“Bringing the 2024 NFL draft to Detroit is a huge win for Detroiters and football fans across the state of Michigan,” Gov. Gretchen Whitmer said in a released statement on Monday afternoon. “It will inject energy into our economy, benefitting countless small businesses and working families in Southeast Michigan. The NFL’s selection is a testament to the Motor City’s hustle and spirit, and I’m so proud that yet another major company has decided to make a historic investment in Michigan since Lieutenant Governor Gilchrist and I took office. I am grateful to all the local leaders, community organizations, and business owners who continue to get things done in Detroit.”
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