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Tim McGraw To Perform at the 2019 NFL Draft in Nashville

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  • Arden is a Senior Country Music Journalist for Country Thang Daily, specializing in classic hits and contemporary chart-toppers.
  • Prior to joining Country Thang Daily, Arden wrote for Billboard and People magazine, covering country music legends and emerging artists.
  • Arden holds a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism from the University of Tennessee, with a minor in Music Studies.

In honor of the 2019 NFL Draft next month, country superstar Tim McGraw, along with other music stars and football fans alike, will gather for a free concert in celebration of all things football.

NFL Draft, Grit & Grace, Tim McGraw
via Tim McGraw’s Official Twitter Account

The show will take place in Music City’s Lower Broadway entertainment district on Friday, the 26th of April at the Draft Main Stage after player selections that night. More than 20 Nashville-based acts will perform during the three-day event in downtown and outside Nissan Stadium.

McGraw will perform a free outdoor concert. It is where the player selections will take place. McGraw is also a member of the Nashville Local Organizing Committee for the draft.

NFL Draft, Grit & Grace, Tim McGraw
via Tim McGraw’s Official Twitter Account

The draft will run from the 25th to the 27th of April. For this year, football fans can participate in interactive exhibits, immersive games, and more through what the committee calls the “NFL Draft Experience.”

The 2019 NFL Draft in Nashville is expected to be the largest event in Nashville and the State of Tennessee. Admission to the 2019 NFL Draft is free and open to the public. Fans can also follow the action with the Fan Mobile Pass App.

2019 NFL Draft Experience

  • April 25 (Thursday): Noon to 10 p.m.
  • April 26 (Friday): Noon to 10 p.m.
  • April 27 (Saturday): 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Activities

  • Autograph Stage with current NFL players and NFL Legends
  • Interactive games, Play Football clinics and PLAY 60 Zone presented by Danimals® for the smallest NFL fans
  • Photo with the Vince Lombardi Trophy
  • NFL Shop presented by Visa at Draft with exclusive NFL merchandise
  • Taste of Tailgate with Nashville restaurants and Bud Light Bars
  • NFL Draft Experience Draft X stage with 1 Nashville-based artist of all genres
  • Look Like a Pro: Step inside a replica NFL Draft Main Stage bearing a draft day jersey of your favorite NFL team and have your photo taken. Share your photos through your favorite social channel and Fan Mobile Pass.
  • PEPSI NFL Helmet Photo Opportunity: Find your favorite NFL team oversized helmet and have your photo taken. Share your photos through your favorite social channel and Fan Mobile Pass.
  • Combine Corner
  • 40-Yard Dash: Race down the field against your opponents and digital NFL players on a giant 40-yard long LED wall.
  • Vertical Jump: Jump as high as you can and hit the corresponding flag to discover your vertical reach just like at the NFL Scouting Combine.

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