When Is the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine? TV Channel and Schedule

The NFL never sleeps.

Just two weeks after the Seattle Seahawks defeated the New England Patriots in Super Bowl LX, the league will move its focus to Indianapolis, Ind., where the NFL Scouting Combine will begin. Football’s largest job interview will put this year’s draft candidates to the test, including media availability, team interviews, and, of course, athletic testing.

Here’s everything you need know about the 2026 combine.

Where is the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine?

The 2026 NFL Scouting Combine will be held at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Indiana.

When does the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine begin?

The 2026 NFL Scouting Combine begins on Sunday, Feb. 22, with kickers, defensive linemen, and linebackers arriving early.

When will general managers and head coaches speak to the media at the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine?

General managers and head coaches will be available to the media on Tuesday, February 24 and Wednesday, February 25. The first sessions are slated to begin at 10:00 a.m. ET on Tuesday.