The 2008 Draft

[chickennob2]

I'm living in Boston this year, a mere $15 Chinatown Bus ride from NYC. I've got a friend at NYU I can stay with for free. So why the hell not head down for the draft?

Does anyone know how this works? Do I have to buy a ticket ahead of time?

Is anyone else going?

[Beantown Bronco]

Ah, the good old Fung Wah bus. You're taking your life into your hands with that maneuver.

[PaintballCLE]

tickets are given out the day of the draft...... the line forms early and many people camp out the night before ( although i heard rumor they arent letting people do that this year) i really wanna go, i just dont know if an 9 hour drive is worth it when i can watch it on my tv lol

[PaintballCLE]

ps if anyone is going to be in the cleveland area for the draft, the hall of fame is having a draft party..... free food and beverages ( yes this includes beer) and will ahve the draft on live there as well as some football greats/coaches on hand.

[27atwater]

I may be interested in the HOF draft party, but only if it's ALL DAY. I'm die hard on draft day. Ya got specifics?

[27atwater]

As far as NYC goes...get in line by 3-4 AM if ya want seats in the selection room. You can get entry into the game/activity room if ya get there a little later, but you should still get there as early as possible.

[PaintballCLE]

randy, all i have is this info from their website...... after reading it closely it looks like its only the first round ( 3-7 pm) I am a huge draft person too....i think im one of the few who doesnt like it starting at 3 and moving the third round to the second day......oh well. but if your going to be in the cleveland area for the draft..... there is a huge sports bar (www.goharpos.com) that has a big draft party and yes thats all day so i might end up going there instead of the hof. More than welcome to come.

NFL Draft Tailgating Party

Are you ready for some football? If you are, then you don't want to miss out on a great special event happening on draft day at the Pro Football Hall of Fame. The annual National Football League draft has grown into the most popular off-season event for fans. That's why we're inviting you to join in our celebration. You’ll get geared up for the new season by experiencing the NFL draft in a whole new way.

Art Rooney, Jr.	George Saimes

We’re offering fans an “insider’s” look at the workings of an NFL war room. Join two longtime NFL front office officials who’ve had their hand in scouting for years. Art Rooney, Jr., the Pittsburgh Steelers Vice President and member of the team’s Board of Directors, will be joined by former player and scout George Saimes.
Rooney oversaw the Steelers’ scouting department from 1966 to 1987. Saimes, a former standout defensive back for the Buffalo Bills and Denver Broncos, spent three decades as a scout in the NFL, most recently with the Houston Texans.
Don’t miss out on this chance to mingle up close with these football experts. You’ll also enjoy great tailgating that includes food and beverage.
A limited quantity of tickets will be distributed. So, don’t wait, make your reservation today.
2008 NFL Draft Party at the Pro Football Hall of Fame
Museum Hours: 9:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. for draft party ticket holders. The museum closes to the general public at 5:00 p.m.
Draft Tailgate Party: Starts at 1:00 p.m.
Pre-Draft Program: Art Rooney, Jr. and George Saimes will get things started at 2:00 p.m.
NFL Draft: 3:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. (First round only)
Ticket Price: $40 presale; $45 day of event
Your ticket includes:
Admission to the Pro Football Hall of Fame
NFL Draft Tailgating Party including food and two drink tickets (Miller beer or Pepsi products)
Special Commemorative Pro Football Hall of Fame Draft Guide
Live coverage of the 2008 NFL Draft’s first round on a large 9’x12’ screen in our NFL Films Theater, a 7’x7’ screen in our Party Room located on the upper level, or on monitors throughout the museum as you tour the Hall!

[Sassy]

Why is this in the tailgate section?

[27atwater]

Rob...are you DEFINITELY going?

Kevin...what are your draft day plans? Is this Canton thing a possibility for you?

My dad isn't sure yet if he can make it, but I'm still leaning towards going. Let me know guys.

[PaintballCLE]

Originally Posted by 27atwater

Rob...are you DEFINITELY going?

Kevin...what are your draft day plans? Is this Canton thing a possibility for you?

My dad isn't sure yet if he can make it, but I'm still leaning towards going. Let me know guys.

if you wanna go, ill go.....but like i said in the above post if you missed it its only the first round and its 40 bucks a person.

i was leaning towards just going to the sports bar so i can watch both rounds and stuff.....but if you wanna go to this..... ill go......but let me know because its cheaper to buy your tickets ahead of time.

[27atwater]

I'll let ya know ASAP.

[PaintballCLE]

atwater if worse comes to worse and your dad doesnt want to go......your more than welcome to come to that sports bar with me...... or if you wanted to meet at a sports bar in youngstown or something that would work too. No big deal.......the HOF is cool with me i jsut hate how they only show the first round.......although it probably wont be a big turnout since the browns dont have a first round pick.