American Express, now the Official Payments Partner of the National Football League, is reshaping fan experiences at the 2026 NFL Draft in Pittsburgh. As presenting partner of the NFL Draft Experience from April 23-25, American Express is gearing up to bring exclusive access, elevated hospitality and premium experiences to eligible Card Members and fans.

“The Draft is the perfect stage to introduce how American Express will elevate the NFL fan experience,” said Elizabeth Rutledge, Chief Marketing Officer, American Express. “Whether you are a Card Member customising a hat in the Lounge to celebrate a favourite Draft pick, a guest at the Amex Fan Experience creating a personalised fan rookie card, or following the action from afar and using your enrolled Amex for an exclusive NFLShop.com discount, NFL fans will walk away understanding how impactful Amex is when it comes to bringing them closer to the games and moments they love most.”

American Express Card Member Lounge
The American Express^® Card Member Lounge inside Acrisure Stadium will offer Platinum Card^® Members a dedicated space with curated food and beverage menus, customizable merchandise for purchase and premium hospitality, along with special guest appearances and conversations with NFL players and legends. Same-day in-person reservations will open when the NFL Draft Experience opens each day.

Highlights of the Card Member Lounge include:

• Custom NFL Draft Merchandise: When a draftee turns pro and proudly wears their team hat for the first time, Amex and Fanatics will give Amex Card Members a dedicated counter to purchase and customize their own Draft Day hat with limited-edition Draft patches.
• A Taste of Pittsburgh: Chef Dave Anoia of Pittsburgh’s DiAnoia’s Eatery will bring fan-favorite flavors to the Lounge with a menu inspired by the city, alongside signature NFL Draft-inspired cocktails* for purchase including the “Primo Pick Margarita,” a play on DiAnoia’s beloved Italian Margarita, and the “Second String Spritz,” a zero-proof fresh citrus spritz.
• Fireside Chats and Special Guest Appearances: Amex Card Members can attend fireside chats featuring current and former pros discussing the latest Draft news and the future of football.

NFL Draft Experience Presented By American Express
Within the NFL Draft Experience, American Express is inviting all fans for the chance to step into the spotlight like an NFL Draft prospect. Located outside of Acrisure Stadium, the Amex Fan Experience will be open Thursday, April 23 and Friday, April 24 from 12 p.m. to 10 p.m., and Saturday, April 25 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET.

Fans will be able to:

• Create a personalized “Draft Fan Profile,” complete with digital analysis, a player portrait and a custom Topps rookie card, powered by Fanatics.
• Capture their own moment of being selected in the Draft and turn it into a celebratory portrait.
• Card Members can gear up with binoculars, a Draft-day essential (while supplies last), to help get the best visuals of the Draft Theater during all of the major onstage moments.