The NFL Draft clock — an iconic symbol of the historic, record-breaking football event on Pittsburgh’s North Shore — is officially being removed.
It’s being placed into storage while “planning continues for its permanent location,” according to Jerad Bachar, president and CEO of local tourism agency Visit Pittsburgh.
“The clock has served as a visible symbol of Pittsburgh’s excitement and momentum leading up to the 2026 NFL Draft, helping build anticipation across the region and among visitors alike,” he said in a statement.
The 18-foot-tall clock was installed in May 2025 — almost a year ahead of the draft on the lawn across from Stage AE.
The clock sits atop a golden steel beam, meant to resemble the city’s bridges and serve as a nod to its steelmaking past, according to TribLive’s previous reporting. Additionally, Pittsburgh’s 90 neighborhoods are listed on one side of the beam that holds up the LED display, and the other side has a list of WPIAL football programs.
Visit Pittsburgh said it’s currently unable to share details about the clock’s future and potential new home.
