Wednesday, April 22, 2026
University of Iowa students Cole Krueger and Elise Gan host a broadcast of the mock NFL draft in the DITV studio.
 Courtesy Justin Torner

In a high-pressure mock NFL draft, University of Iowa students used analytics, teamwork, and quick thinking to make real-time decisions — and experience the chaos of draft day firsthand. Journalism students covered the draft under real deadlines. Broadcast students produced a live show, breaking down selections and analyzing team needs. You can read more about the exciting opportunity here.