The countdown to the 2028 NFL Draft might be starting sooner than expected—and it could be right in the heart of the Twin Cities. According to a recent report from Sports Business Journal, Minneapolis and St. Paul have emerged as the "clear favorite" to host the league's annual selection meeting in 2028. That's big news for local football fans and anyone who loves a good draft spectacle.

Not long ago, the Twin Cities submitted their bid to bring the draft to U.S. Bank Stadium, a venue already known for hosting Super Bowl LII and the 2019 NCAA Final Four. If the bid succeeds, it would be a major economic win for the area. Just look at the numbers: this year's draft in Pittsburgh drew over 800,000 fans across three days, setting an attendance record. While it's tough to say if Minneapolis-St. Paul can top that, the influx of visitors would still be a massive boost for local businesses, hotels, and restaurants.

Here's where it gets interesting from a rivalry perspective: if the Twin Cities land the 2028 draft, it would mean all four NFC North cities—Green Bay, Chicago, Detroit, and now Minneapolis-St. Paul—will have hosted the event. That's a fun piece of football trivia and a testament to the division's deep-rooted passion for the game.

The timeline is tight. The NFL's events committee is meeting next week to discuss the proposal, and league owners could vote on it during their annual meeting in Orlando on May 19-20. So we might get confirmation before the end of this month. Commissioner Roger Goodell recently noted that representatives from ten cities were scouting the Pittsburgh draft as potential future hosts, but all signs point to the Twin Cities having the inside track.

So, what do you think? Would you make the trip to Minneapolis for the 2028 NFL Draft? Whether you're dreaming of seeing your team's future star get drafted or just want to soak up the football festival atmosphere, this could be a can't-miss event. And if you're planning your draft-day outfit, now's the time to start thinking about repping your favorite team in style—because the clock is ticking.