Kansas City 2023 NFL Draft Link Dump

In the late 90s super model Jenny McCarthy set that ad world on fire with a series of iconic adverts for Candices that didn't leave a lot to the imagination. 

Anybody who reads this blog knows that the image is burned into the brain of this online scribe.

Moreover . . . It serves as an important benchmark as we clear out so much NFL draft content that might also be worth a peek . . .

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Patrick Mahomes, Travis Kelce open 2023 NFL Draft with Lombardi Tropy

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (KCTV) - On the same spot they celebrated a Super Bowl win two months ago, Patrick Mahomes and Travis Kelce were in a familiar setting. On a stage, with the Lombardi Trophy and in front of a sea of red.

2023 NFL Draft in Kansas City: Why do fans boo NFL commissioner Roger Goodell?

KANSAS CITY, Mo. - An NFL Draft tradition is upon us and it may happen again in Kansas City. The NFL Draft was held in New York City for most of the league's existence, for all of the years from 1964 to 2014.

Chiefs heiress Gracie Hunt chronicles her 2023 NFL Draft experience

Gracie Hunt is ready for the NFL Draft. Taking to her Instagram Stories on Thursday, the daughter of Chiefs owner Clark Hunt shared a series of videos from Kansas City, the host city of this year's festivities. The 24-year-old Hunt can be seen showing off her glamorous look in one post while modeling a gray Chiefs T-shirt.

NFL football fans take in a 'one-in-a-lifetime' draft day in Kansas City

Tens of thousands of football fans gathered at Union Station and the lawns around the National WWI Memorial and Museum Thursday for the first day of the NFL Draft. It's the first time Kansas City has hosted the nationally-televised event, and one of the largest events the city has hosted.

EXPLAINER: First time draft watcher? Here's how it works, and what to know

It's been the talk of the town for years: Kansas City is hosting the 2023 NFL Draft! We've seen the road closures and the stage set at Union Station. But, what exactly is the draft?KMBC 9's Donna Pitman had that question, and got answers, for the uninitiated.The futures of teams and players are determined as franchises pick young men to join them.

2023 NFL Draft Viewer's Guide: Follow the Action Happening in Kansas City

'How To Watch' Details plus a listing of our Jets Country draft resources

Going 360: The value of Kansas City hosting 2023 NFL Draft

KANSAS CITY, Mo. - The stage is set, the fans have arrived and Kansas City's time on the clock is almost up. When you're recognized on national television and your city is in the spotlight, what's that next door to open? What's the value?

NFL Draft reaches 60k capacity limit on North Lawn, no more entries allowed Thursday

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (KCTV) - Kansas City fans showed up and have showed out. The NFL stated that its capacity limit has been reached on the north lawn of the World War I Memorial. Officials had limited the number of fans to 60,000, and that number was realized before 6:45 p.m.

Chiefs Hall of Famer Tim Grunhard reflects 33 years after his draft day

KANSAS CITY, Mo. - The 2023 NFL Draft begins Thursday night, which means at least 30 young men's lives will change in a matter of five minutes via phone. One man knows how they're feeling all too well.

Children's Mercy Hospital location closing early due to NFL Draft

KANSAS CITY, Mo. - A Kansas City hospital is changing its hours this week because of the 2023 NFL Draft. The Children's Mercy Hospital location on Broadway will shorten its hours Thursday, April 27, and Friday, April 28, because of the extra traffic expected in the area.

NFL fans embrace Midwest hospitality

KANSAS CITY, Mo. - It was nothing but fun, food and drink for the thousands who rocked through an NFL Draft pre-party Wednesday at Kansas City's outdoor living room at the Kansas City Power and Light entertainment district.

Getting to the NFL Draft is a bit of a hike in Kansas City

Many fans making their way to the NFL Draft Experience have a bit of a hike to get there.The last streetcar stop at 19th and Main north of the entrance is about a mile-and-a-half or a 30-minute walk.But some fans didn't mind."I think I'm ready for it. I think it's a beautiful day.

'We've been eagerly awaiting this day': Chiefs Chairman, CEO Clark Hunt on opening of 2023 NFL Draft

KANSAS CITY, Mo. - Thursday night's opening of the 2023 NFL Draft in Kansas City, Missouri, is a day thousands of Kansas Citians have anticipated for years. You can count Chiefs Chaiman and CEO Clark Hunt in the group who couldn't wait for tonight.

Inside the NFL Draft Experience in Kansas City, which is expected to draw hundreds of thousands

Hide Transcript Show Transcript THANK YOU, NEVILLE. WELL, WE ARE HERE AGAIN AT THE NFL DRAFT EXPERIENCE WHERE RIGHT OUTSIDE THE THE NATIONAL WORLD WAR ONE MUSEUM AND MEMORIAL AND STARTING TOMORROW, THERE WILL BE ARCHIVE KINDS OF THINGS FOR FAMILIES TO DO HERE. THERE REALLY WILL BE.

Visiting Kansas City for the NFL Draft? Check Our Guides to the KC Metro - In Kansas City

NFL fans, welcome to Kansas City! We're excited to show you what this city in the heartland has to offer, and hopefully, you're up for some exploring while you're in town for the NFL Draft. We've made it our job to keep local Kansas Citians IN the know about all the places to visit around...

IRIS transportation extending service for NFL Draft in Kansas City

KANSAS CITY, Mo. - IRIS transportation is extending service from the Northland to south of the river in Kansas City for fans heading to the NFL Draft . Riders booking trips on the IRIS app to the draft have to search "NFL Draft" and select the stop at 27th and McGee Trafficway.

NewsChopper 9 overhead at the 2023 NFL Draft in Kansas City

Hide Transcript Show Transcript ABOUT A THIRD THE SIZE OF THIS. SO THERE'S A LOT OF BREATHING ROOM FOR FANS TO WALK AROUND AND HAVE FUN SEEING. I DON'T KNOW THAT. AND AT LEAST I HAVEN'T HEARD YET IN TERMS OF A CROWD ESTIMATE FOR TODAY, IT'S IT'S A HEALTHY CROWD.

First-ever Taste of AAPI set for Kansas City this weekend

KANSAS CITY, Mo. - Just down the street from the 2023 NFL Draft on Saturday will be Kansas City's first-ever Taste of Asian-American and Pacific Islander Food Festival. The event is set for noon to 7 p.m. on Saturday, April 29, at the Liberty Lot in the West Bottoms, 1447 Liberty St., Kansas City, Missouri.

Kansas City first-timers: What NFL Draft fans think of the City of Fountains

KANSAS CITY, Mo. - The NFL Draft is bringing in fans from coast to coast to the Heart of America. With less than 24 hours to go, outsiders are getting a taste of Kansas City, and most like what they've experienced so far.

8 pop-up shops to give fans chance to score NFL Draft merchandise

KANSAS CITY, Mo. - There will be no shortage of options for Kansas Citians looking for merchandise to commemorate the 2023 NFL Draft. The NFL Shop will set up six pop-up shops within the NFL Draft Experience footprint and two more outside the the footprint to give fans a chance to score merchandise.

What are the Chiefs hoping to get in the 2023 NFL Draft and why is Fall Out Boy here? A casual guide to KC's mega-weekend.

Courtesy NFL Hey there. It's possible that this weekend's NFL Draft is, like, the most important thing that has ever happened in your year. If you've already got bets placed and tickets to Kelce Jam, you may not need this explainer.

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