The first pick of the 2025 NFL Draft wasn't scheduled until a little after 7 p.m. April 24, but the 80 or so football fans who were in line at 9 a.m. at the Entry 2 gate on the southwest corner of Lambeau Field waiting to get into the Draft Experience apparently didn't think 10 or more hours was too long of a wait.

NFL Draft day is nearing, and the excitement is mounting as football culture is huge in our area. Wisconsinites know how to throw a good party and Milwaukee’s tailgate experience is the pick for many.