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PHOTOS | Behind-the-scenes look at NFL Draft Theater, green room and red carpet


Inside the NFL Draft Theater (WLUK/Andrew Mertins)
Inside the NFL Draft Theater (WLUK/Andrew Mertins)
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Round one of the 2025 NFL Draft kicks off Thursday and WLUK got a first look at areas inside the draft campus.

"We basically want to make sure that the prospect feels that moment. They feel the energy when their name is called. I mean, it's a moment we really want to deliver on," said Justin Wright, art director for the NFL.

Each of the NFL's 32 teams has its own section, with passes reserved for some of the most energetic fans. The stage overlooks iconic Lambeau Field.

A tunnel leading from the green room, where players will be waiting to hear their names called, will include some Wisconsin flair.

An artist by the name of Ike Wynter, who is from Milwaukee, made reclaimed wood carvings of the logos for each team.

"Recreated from dressers and armoires and entertainment centers," said Wynter. "When they first contacted me, I actually got to bring to life that my grandfather was actually drafted to the NFL back in 1944. So along with being a local Wisconsin, local artist tapping into this Built By Community campaign, it's a cool nod to my grandfather and his time in the NFL."

Prospects in town for the draft will wait to hear their names called from the green room inside the Resch Complex.

And to kick everything off on night one, they'll walk the NFL's red carpet on historic Lambeau Field before the first round begins Thursday.

"As players and the draftees come, this is definitely a big one for them -- to learn and see what Green Bay actually brings," said Sebastian Martin with NFL Events.

Fans can help cheer on prospects during the red carpet event. Up to 2,000 fans will be allowed into Lambeau Field. The NFL says fans will be allowed into the stands between 2 and 3 p.m. The red carpet event begins at 4 p.m.

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