The NFL scouting combine will remain in Indianapolis through 2026.
On Thursday, the state’s tourism office announced that the partnership with the NFL, which started in 1987, has been extended. The deal was originally set to run through 2025.
“Indianapolis and the NFL Combine have a proud history together, so we’re thrilled to continue our longstanding partnership with Visit Indy, the Indianapolis Colts, and the local community for this 2026 event,” said Peter O’Reilly, executive vice president for club business, international, and league events at the NFL.
“Our partners in Indy have successfully hosted the football evaluation process for decades, and recently, we’ve collectively worked to grow and evolve the in-person fan experience, bringing tens of thousands of fans closer to the league’s future stars.”
The event made a record-setting $9.26 million in economic impact in 2024 and drew over 27,200 fans to the family-friendly Combine Experience.
“Indianapolis is uniquely designed and built to host an event as complex as the NFL Combine,” said Pete Ward, chief operating officer of the Indianapolis Colts.
“Efficiently moving prospects, team owners, coaching staff, medical personnel, and national media is seamlessly done in Indy, and the Colts are proud to be part of the team keeping the event in our city.”
The 2025 combine will take place from February 27 to March 2.
