Picks lock on April 23, 2026 at 7:55 PM EDT.
This is just before the first pick of the 2026 NFL Draft is announced. Once the lock time passes, no new entries or changes to existing picks will be accepted.
What happens if I miss the deadline? Unfortunately, late entries cannot be accepted once picks have locked. Make sure your full board — including the 5 bonus questions — is submitted before 7:55 PM EDT on April 23.
Can I edit my picks before the deadline? Yes — you can update your picks any time before the lock. See the related article on editing picks for more details.
Time zone reference
Time Zone | Lock Time |
Eastern (EDT) | 7:55 PM |
Central (CDT) | 6:55 PM |
Mountain (MDT) | 5:55 PM |
Pacific (PDT) | 4:55 PM |
We recommend submitting your picks well in advance of the deadline to avoid any last-minute technical issues.